Tellers Salary in Michigan
In Michigan, tellers earn $37,840 at the median, or about $18.19 an hour. The range runs from $32K at the entry level to $47K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Michigan. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $38K get you in Michigan?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Michigan
Entry-level tellers (10th percentile) start around $32K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $47K or more, a $15K spread from bottom to top.
Tellers salary by metro in Michigan
15 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland | $43K | +14% | 70 |
| Monroe | $40K | +5% | 110 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $39K | +4% | 4,890 |
| Ann Arbor | $39K | +4% | 340 |
| Jackson | $38K | -1% | 230 |
| Traverse City | $38K | -1% | 200 |
| Flint | $37K | -1% | 470 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $37K | -1% | 580 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $37K | -2% | 1,670 |
| Niles | $37K | -2% | 300 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $37K | -3% | 330 |
| Battle Creek | $37K | -3% | 160 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores | $36K | -4% | 180 |
| Saginaw | $36K | -5% | 310 |
| Bay City | $34K | -9% | 100 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do tellers make in Michigan?
The median is $37,840 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,940, and experienced tellers can clear $46,690. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in Michigan?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,570/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,272/month, which eats 49.5% 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 tellers 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 tellers salary is worth about $40,302 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do tellers 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.