As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Elevator Operator in Michigan is $43,753, equivalent to $21 per hour, $841 weekly, or $3,646 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Elevator Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Elevator Operator in Michigan vary widely, spanning from $36,849 to $50,162. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,139) and 75th percentile ($47,108), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,162 per year. This $6,969 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Michigan Elevator Operator often earn 1.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 50 companies. However, Michigan currently ranks 22 nationwide for Elevator Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Elevator Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $36,849 MI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $40,139 MI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $43,753 MI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $47,108 MI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $50,162 MI April 01, 2026
25% $40,139 10% $36,849 90% $50,162 75% $47,108 $43,753 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Taylor, MI Avg. Salary $46,946 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Acme, MI Avg. Salary $43,951 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Ada, MI Avg. Salary $44,953 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Addison, MI Avg. Salary $46,495 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MI Avg. Salary $45,996 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Afton, MI Avg. Salary $43,688 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Ahmeek, MI Avg. Salary $44,487 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Akron, MI Avg. Salary $43,740 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alanson, MI Avg. Salary $43,688 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alba, MI Avg. Salary $43,688 Date Updated April 01, 2026
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  1. This Job:

    Elevator Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Machine Operator II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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