Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Michigan
774 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Michigan belongs to Radiologists, at $485,920 per year. The lowest published median is $25,960.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Craft Artists | $25,960 | 290 |
| Shampooers | $25,960 | — |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,580 | 11,720 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,930 | 103,130 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,950 | 12,620 |
| Agricultural Workers, All Other | $28,950 | 50 |
| Gambling Dealers | $29,120 | 2,510 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $29,350 | 1,810 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $29,460 | 14,340 |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | $29,640 | 1,170 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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