Fence Erectors in Michigan make a median of $45,580 a year, or about $21.91 an hour. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $50K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Michigan. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Fence Erectors salary percentiles in Michigan: 10th percentile $37,210, 25th percentile $38,590, median $45,580, 75th percentile $48,170, 90th percentile $49,990. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level fence erectors (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $50K or more, a $13K spread from bottom to top.
The median is $45,580 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $37,210, and experienced fence erectors can clear $49,990. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Michigan?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,060/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,272/month, which eats 41.6% 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 fence erectors 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 fence erectors salary is worth about $48,546 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do fence erectors 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.
