How much does an education teacher make in Michigan?
$79,910a year
Median yearly pay for education teachers in Michigan. That is $38.42 an hour or $6,659 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.42
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,300Median: $79,910Highest 10%: $138,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,300 | $21.78 | |
| 25th | $60,080 | $28.88 | |
| Median | $79,910 | $38.42 | |
| 75th | $109,200 | $52.50 | |
| 90th | $138,900 | $66.75 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $105,600 |
| Lansing, MI | $86,290 |
| Detroit, MI | $83,400 |
| South Bend, IN | $65,160 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $61,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for education teachers.
| 5. Connecticut | $80,620 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $80,030 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $79,980 |
| 8. Michigan | $79,910 |
| 9. Minnesota | $78,950 |
| 10. Nebraska | $78,950 |
| 11. Maryland | $78,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an education teacher make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $38.42 ($79,910 a year).
Do education teachers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $79,910 against $75,350 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Michigan rank for education teacher pay?
Michigan ranks 8 of 49 states.
Which city in Michigan pays education teachers the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $105,600 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.