Bakers Salary in Michigan
In Michigan, bakers earn $35,730 at the median — $17.18 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $48K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Michigan. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $36K get you in Michigan?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Michigan
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $36K. Top earners bring in $48K or more, a $19K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in Michigan
12 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traverse City | $38K | +7% | 310 |
| Ann Arbor | $37K | +4% | 340 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $37K | +4% | 2,650 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $36K | +1% | 1,180 |
| Battle Creek | $36K | +1% | 70 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $35K | -1% | 200 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $35K | -2% | 360 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores | $35K | -3% | 110 |
| Saginaw | $33K | -8% | 180 |
| Midland | $31K | -12% | 40 |
| Flint | $31K | -13% | 210 |
| Niles | $31K | -14% | 130 |
Showing 1–10 of 12 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in Michigan?
The median is $35,730 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $28,720, and experienced bakers can clear $47,710. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $36K enough to live in Michigan?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,436/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,272/month, which eats 52.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bakers salary go in Michigan?
Michigan has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bakers salary is worth about $38,055 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.