Millwrights Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $72,800 +11.7% vs national
Median hourly $35.00
10th percentile $46,540
90th percentile $81,810
Employed locally 60
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,540
    25th
    $68,520
    50th (median)
    $72,800
    75th
    $78,080
    90th
    $81,810

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $45,690
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $61,340
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $48,550
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $76,160
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $53,570
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $55,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in Southern Michigan is $35.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.61 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in Southern Michigan is 11.7% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $46,540 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,520.