Customer Service Representative salary in Detroit, MI
Median pay, Detroit metro
$44,730/year
about $21.50 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $36,680 – $51,100
Half of customer service representatives in the Detroit metro area earn more than $44,730 a year and half earn less. That's about the same as the national median of $44,770, and ranks #20 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $31,040 | $14.92 |
| 25th | $36,680 | $17.63 |
| Median (50th) | $44,730 | $21.50 |
| 75th | $51,100 | $24.57 |
| 90th (top earners) | $63,730 | $30.64 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a customer service representative job in the Detroit metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $36,680 ($17.63/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $36,680 to $51,100 ($17.63 to $24.57/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $51,100 ($24.57/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Check whether pay includes performance bonuses or depends on metrics like call times.
- Remote customer service roles are common, and also a frequent target for job scams. Never pay for equipment up front.
- Ask about scheduling: rotating shifts, weekends and holidays are common.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Detroit metro. Occupation: Customer Service Representatives (SOC 43-4051). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.