Auto Body Labor Rates in Michigan (2025)

Michigan (MI) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Michigan are 4% below the national average ($ 72/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Michigan typically see a 10% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

-4%

$72 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

-4%

$72 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

-2%

$108 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

-5%

$95 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

Michigan vs. National Average

Body Labor

$75/hr nat'l vs. $72/hr MI -4%

Paint / Refinish

$75/hr nat'l vs. $72/hr MI -4%

Mechanical

$110/hr nat'l vs. $108/hr MI -2%

Frame / Structural

$100/hr nat'l vs. $95/hr MI -5%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($135-145), Detroit metro premium

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