General Worker Salary in Detroit, Michigan

How much does a General Worker make in Detroit, MI?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a General Worker in Detroit, MI is $37,602. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $27,785 to a high of $48,101, with most professionals earning between $32,463 and $43,098.

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Common responsibilities of a General Worker

Performs routine maintenance and cleaning for the grounds, facility, and equipment following all safety procedures and precautions.

December 04, 2022

Complete defined packaging schedule as assigned by supervisor or manager.

January 22, 2023

Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time.

March 16, 2023

Requires knowledge of building maintenance to include minor electrical repair, plumbing and routine preventative care of heating and air conditioning systems.

April 03, 2023

Maintains a good relationship with co-workers promoting a healthy, pleasant work environment, and works well with others to accomplish a task.

April 07, 2023

Report to manager regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress.

May 07, 2023

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Average Salary Range for General Worker in Detroit, MI

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

32463

43098

37602

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

33157

44179

38183

What is the average salary for General Worker in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of General Worker in Detroit, MI. The base salary for General Worker ranges from $32,463 to $43,098 with the average base salary of $37,602. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $33,157 to $44,179 with the average total cash compensation of $38,183.

View Average Salary for General Worker as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$37,602	$32,463 - $43,098
Bonus	$581	$694 - $1,082
Total Pay	$38,183	$33,157 - $44,179

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

General Worker Salary Near Detroit, MI

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,563 - $43,230	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn Heights, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,546 - $43,207	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Livonia, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,460 - $43,093	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Taylor, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,512 - $43,162	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Westland, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,769 - $43,504	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Southfield, MI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,494 - $43,139	COMPARE TO Detroit, MI

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About Detroit, Michigan

Detroit (/dɪˈtrɔɪt/, locally also /ˈdiːtrɔɪt/; French: Détroit, lit. 'strait') is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Michigan, the largest United States city on the United States–Canada border, and the seat of Wayne County. The municipality of Detroit had a 2017 estimated population of 673,104, making it the 23rd-most populous city in the United States. The metropolitan area, known as Metro Detroit, is home to 4.3 million people, making it the second-largest in the Midwest after the Chicago metropolitan area. Regarded as a major cultural center, Detroit is known for its co...

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