These Were The Most Common Jobs In Michigan 150 Years Ago

The working field is always changing and evolving. Your current job, was different ten years ago, versus what it currently is.

Nothing is permanent or set in stone.

Time move's quick as do a lot of jobs and industries. Some of the jobs that were around 100 years ago are jobs that are no longer around. Even a lot of positions that were needed 15 years ago aren't needed any longer.

The Top Jobs In Michigan 150 Years Ago

Ever curious as to what Michiganders were doing over 150 years ago?

The jobs our ancestors had are definitely different than the average desk job most of us all have today.

From miners to farmers, to even masons. Take a look at the most popular jobs that Michiganders had over 150 years ago.

Do you have any retro photos of your families working from over 150 years ago? They probably are in a very different career than what you are currently in today.