Freight Forwarders Salary in Michigan
Freight Forwarders in Michigan earn a median of $47,940 a year, −8% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Cargo and Freight Agents”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $47,940
- vs. U.S. median
- −8% ($52,260)
- Rank among states
- 42 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,150
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,950; the top 10% earn over $71,950. Nationally the range is $38,340 to $79,810.
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Freight Forwarders pay in Michigan
How much do freight forwarders make in Michigan?
The median is $47,940 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,950 and the top 10% earn over $71,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for freight forwarders?
On pay alone it ranks 42 of 48 (−8% vs. the national median of $52,260). Living costs are not included.