Fish and Game Wardens Salary in Michigan
Fish and Game Wardens in Michigan earn a median of $87,460 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $87,460
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($74,060)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,390; the top 10% earn over $99,440. Nationally the range is $50,990 to $100,980.
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Fish and Game Wardens pay in Michigan
How much do fish and game wardens make in Michigan?
The median is $87,460 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,390 and the top 10% earn over $99,440. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for fish and game wardens?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 35 (+18% vs. the national median of $74,060). Living costs are not included.