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Michigan Minimum Wage
As listed by the U.S. Department of Labor on 07/01/2026.
- Basic minimum wage
- $13.73/hr
- State law
- Yearly at 40 hours a week
- $28,558
- 52 weeks
- Michigan median wage
- $23.69/hr
- BLS, May 2025
- Minimum as share of median
- 58%
Basic minimum rates
Hourly rate and who it applies to
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| Applies to | Hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Applicable to employers of 2 or more employees | $13.73 |
Lowest paying jobs in Michigan
Median hourly wage, occupations with at least 100 jobs
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| Occupation | Employment | Median wage | Mean wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craft Artists | 290 | $25,960 | $35,110 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | 11,720 | $28,580 | $30,720 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 103,130 | $28,930 | $30,260 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | 12,620 | $28,950 | $31,010 |
| Gambling Dealers | 2,510 | $29,120 | $40,870 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | 1,810 | $29,350 | $31,860 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | 14,340 | $29,460 | $30,400 |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | 1,170 | $29,640 | $31,180 |
| Cashiers | 92,930 | $29,740 | $31,410 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 3,770 | $29,760 | $33,670 |
| Animal Caretakers | 6,290 | $30,320 | $33,850 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | 13,050 | $30,390 | $33,580 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the minimum wage in Michigan?
- The basic minimum wage in Michigan is $13.73 an hour.
- How much is the Michigan minimum wage per year?
- At $13.73 an hour, 40 hours a week for 52 weeks comes to $28,558 before taxes.