Average Welder Salary in Michigan

Trades · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Welder in Michigan earns $46,300 per year, which is below the national average of $47,540. This translates to approximately $22.26 per hour, $1,781 biweekly, or $3,858 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Michigan is 9% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$34,700	$16.68
Average (50th)	$46,300	$22.26
Experienced (75th)	$53,200	$25.60
Top Earners (90th)	$60,200	$28.94

Welder Salary by City in Michigan

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Detroit	$50,000	$4,167/mo
Grand Rapids	$47,200	$3,933/mo
Ann Arbor	$45,400	$3,783/mo
Lansing	$44,000	$3,667/mo
Dearborn	$43,100	$3,592/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Trades
Typical Education	High school + training
Job Growth (2022-2032)	2% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	Flat 4.25%
State Minimum Wage	$10.33/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.91 (-9% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Michigan

Major employers hiring Welders in Michigan include Ford Motor, General Motors, Beaumont Health, Dow Chemical, and Quicken Loans. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for trades professionals.

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