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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in Michigan
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Michigan?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$57,180
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.7% vs 2024
$56,370
Mean Salary
$57,180
Median Salary
$27.49
Hourly Rate
60,800 people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary by percentile in Michigan
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan earn a median salary of $57,180 per year ($4,765/month).
This is 1.8% below the national average of $58,233.
Michigan ranks #35 out of 51 states for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers pay.
Approximately 60,800 people work in this occupation across Michigan.
Salaries increased by 3.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.75
Operation and Control
3.75
Monitoring
3.12
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Speaking
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.02
Public Safety and Security
3.87
Customer and Personal Service
3.69
English Language
3.56
Law and Government
3.05
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(54.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan range from $40,280 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $73,980 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,600 and $62,060.
Median $57,180
P10: $40,280P25: $47,600P75: $62,060P90: $73,980
10th
$40,280
25th
$47,600
Median
$57,180
75th
$62,060
90th
$73,980
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$40,280
$19.37
$3,356
25th Percentile
$47,600
$22.88
$3,966
Median (50th)
$57,180
$27.49
$4,765
75th Percentile
$62,060
$29.84
$5,171
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$73,980
$35.57
$6,165
Note: The mean (average) salary of $56,370 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#35
Michigan ranks #35 of 51 states
$58,233
National avg. for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Michigan?
The median annual salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan is $57,180 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $56,370.
What is the salary range for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan?
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan range from $40,280 at the 10th percentile to $73,980 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,600 and $62,060.
What is the starting salary for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan?
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers positions in Michigan typically start around $40,280 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,600 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 60,800 people are employed as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan.
What is the hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Michigan is approximately $27.49 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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