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Michigan machinists at the median earn $25.17 an hour, with the top quarter of earners reaching $29.95 and above. Traveling roles tap into a manufacturing-heavy state where the demand for skilled trades has shown steady footing, making Michigan a practical destination for machinists open to moving where the work is.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025. These are wages actually paid across all employers in the state — a different measurement from the advertised rates above, which is why the two numbers rarely match. Travel work with per diem and overtime typically sits above the state median.
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