How much does a compensation make in Michigan?
$79,480a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Michigan. That is $38.21 an hour or $6,623 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.21
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,470Median: $79,480Highest 10%: $127,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,470 | $25.23 | |
| 25th | $62,540 | $30.07 | |
| Median | $79,480 | $38.21 | |
| 75th | $99,460 | $47.82 | |
| 90th | $127,900 | $61.48 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $84,280 |
| Detroit, MI | $83,170 |
| Lansing, MI | $77,620 |
| Flint, MI | $76,720 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $76,690 |
| South Bend, IN | $74,140 |
| Saginaw, MI | $70,830 |
| Midland, MI | $69,610 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | $66,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 13. New Hampshire | $80,810 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $80,330 |
| 15. Maryland | $79,700 |
| 16. Michigan | $79,480 |
| 17. Illinois | $79,300 |
| 18. Alaska | $79,160 |
| 19. Minnesota | $78,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $38.21 ($79,480 a year).
Do compensations make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $79,480 against $78,210 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Michigan rank for compensation pay?
Michigan ranks 16 of 50 states.
Which city in Michigan pays compensations the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $84,280 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.