Light Truck Drivers Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,210 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.85
10th percentile $28,100
90th percentile $67,290
Employed locally 1,030
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,100
    25th
    $36,410
    50th (median)
    $39,210
    75th
    $49,720
    90th
    $67,290

    Top-paying metros for Light Truck Drivers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $59,970
    Alaska $52,000
    Anchorage, AK $51,170
    Fairbanks-College, AK $50,370
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $50,060
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $49,780

    Related occupations in Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $33,730
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,620
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,380
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $41,190
    Bus Drivers, School $42,360
    Driver/Sales Workers $37,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Northern Michigan is $18.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.20 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Northern Michigan is 11.2% below the national median of $44,140. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Light Truck Drivers in Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $28,100 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,410.