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Crane and Tower Operators average salary by city in Michigan
- Saginaw$74,100
- Detroit$70,000
- Grand Rapids$61,190
- Monroe$55,520
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saginaw | $74,100 | $76,750 | $52,310 | $57,032 | 91 |
| Detroit | $70,000 | $59,740 | $51,430 | $53,806 | 100 |
| Grand Rapids | $61,190 | $54,560 | $47,500 | $48,161 | 96 |
| Monroe | $55,520 | $49,480 | $45,780 | $44,677 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Saginaw's local income tax (1.5%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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More about pay in Michigan
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 53-7021.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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