How much does a biological scientist make in Michigan?
$81,540a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Michigan. That is $39.20 an hour or $6,795 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.20
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,200Median: $81,540Highest 10%: $127,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,200 | $24.13 | |
| 25th | $65,170 | $31.33 | |
| Median | $81,540 | $39.20 | |
| 75th | $106,300 | $51.12 | |
| 90th | $127,800 | $61.46 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Rapids, MI | $111,200 |
| Detroit, MI | $84,260 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $71,880 |
| Lansing, MI | $67,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 34. Nebraska | $82,770 |
| 35. Iowa | $82,720 |
| 36. Illinois | $82,640 |
| 37. Michigan | $81,540 |
| 38. Texas | $80,870 |
| 39. Tennessee | $80,500 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $79,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $39.20 ($81,540 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $81,540 against $98,920 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Michigan rank for biological scientist pay?
Michigan ranks 37 of 50 states.
Which city in Michigan pays biological scientists the most?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI, with a median of $111,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.