Millwrights Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $70,210 +7.7% vs national
Median hourly $33.76
10th percentile $46,540
90th percentile $77,540
Employed locally 40
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,540
    25th
    $61,250
    50th (median)
    $70,210
    75th
    $70,860
    90th
    $77,540

    Top-paying metros for Millwrights

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $145,930
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $110,830
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $104,830
    Modesto, CA $98,270
    Albuquerque, NM $90,750
    Madison, WI $90,520

    Related occupations in Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$44,600
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$46,580
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$55,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$73,120
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$49,390
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$49,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in Northern Michigan is $33.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.28 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in Northern Michigan is 7.7% above the national median of $65,170. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Millwrights in Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $46,540 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,250.