Word Processors and Typists pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for word processors and typists is $23.06 an hour ($47,970 a year). About 520 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($49,280). Michigan ranks 14th of 37 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for word processors and typists in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.76 | $36,940 |
| 25% of workers | $19.21 | $39,960 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.06 | $47,970 |
| 75% of workers | $27.97 | $58,180 |
| 90% of workers | $28.59 | $59,470 |
Word Processors and Typists pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $58,180 | 30 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $49,950 | 220 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $46,300 | 60 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $45,650 | 70 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for word processors and typists
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -34.4% over ten years, declining · about 1,900 openings a year (BLS)
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