May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Traverse City
Traverse City, MI
292 occupations
Across 292 occupations with published wages in Traverse City, physicians, all other record the highest median at $280,490 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Traverse City
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 2,390 | $34,540 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,020 | $83,690 |
| Cashiers | 1,850 | $30,920 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 1,730 | $28,560 |
| Office Clerks, General | 1,650 | $44,470 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,610 | $41,380 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,580 | $84,300 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,260 | $35,460 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | 1,060 | $37,270 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 1,050 | $36,480 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bailiffs | $25,960 | 30 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $27,370 | 60 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,270 | 280 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,430 | 320 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,560 | 1,730 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $28,740 | 300 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $29,790 | — |
| Cashiers | $30,920 | 1,850 |
| Dishwashers | $31,130 | 260 |
| Animal Caretakers | $31,970 | 80 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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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