Earth Drillers Salary in Michigan
Earth Drillers in Michigan earn a median of $62,570 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,570
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 850
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,710; the top 10% earn over $78,470. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
States ranked near Michigan
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Earth Drillers pay in Michigan
How much do earth drillers make in Michigan?
The median is $62,570 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,710 and the top 10% earn over $78,470. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 48 (+4% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.