How much does a counselor make in Michigan?
$37,390a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Michigan. That is $17.98 an hour or $3,116 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.98
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,920Median: $37,390Highest 10%: $68,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,920 | $17.27 | |
| 25th | $37,230 | $17.90 | |
| Median | $37,390 | $17.98 | |
| 75th | $56,780 | $27.30 | |
| 90th | $68,570 | $32.97 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $40,270 |
| Detroit, MI | $37,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 41. Nebraska | $40,530 |
| 42. Kentucky | $40,230 |
| 43. Montana | $39,260 |
| 44. Michigan | $37,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $17.98 ($37,390 a year).
Do counselors make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $37,390 against $50,860 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Michigan rank for counselor pay?
Michigan ranks 44 of 44 states.
Which city in Michigan pays counselors the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $40,270 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.