Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,180 | $57,715 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.49 | $27.75 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $59,439.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in Michigan is $57,180, or about $27.49 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. Michigan is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in Michigan typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 60,800 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $57,180, Michigan offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.