Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Lowest-paying jobs in Northern Michigan
361 occupations with published wages, ranked
The lowest published median wage in Northern Michigan belongs to Parking Attendants, at $26,220 per year. The highest is $238,010.
The 10 lowest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parking Attendants | $26,220 | 50 | |
| 2 | Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $26,440 | 410 | |
| 3 | Cooks, Fast Food | $26,980 | 420 | |
| 4 | Dishwashers | $27,630 | 500 | |
| 5 | Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $27,760 | 460 | |
| 6 | Food Preparation Workers | $28,400 | 530 | |
| 7 | Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,650 | 3,060 | |
| 8 | Cashiers | $28,900 | 4,310 | |
| 9 | Animal Caretakers | $28,970 | 200 | |
| 10 | Protective Service Workers, All Other | $29,930 | 40 |
At the other end of the scale
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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