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Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other average salary by city in Michigan
- Detroit$43,040
- Grand Rapids$42,270
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | $43,040 | $41,670 | $33,190 | $34,286 | 100 |
| Grand Rapids | $42,270 | $39,470 | $39,470 | $34,047 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Detroit's local income tax (2.4%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other salary in other states
Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other salary by city and state
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 47-3019.
- 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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