Forklift Operator salary in Detroit Warren Dearborn, MI

How much does a Forklift Operator make in Detroit Warren Dearborn, MI?

Median base salary

Government data

$22.38

Median $22.38
Low $17.89High $36.50

Based on 10,370 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$37,220
25th percentile
$39,830
75th percentile
$58,360
90th percentile
$75,930

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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