How much does a foreign language and literature teacher make in Michigan?
$83,190a year
Median yearly pay for foreign language and literature teachers in Michigan. That is $40.00 an hour or $6,933 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.00
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,320Median: $83,190Highest 10%: $131,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,320 | $24.67 | |
| 25th | $66,030 | $31.75 | |
| Median | $83,190 | $40.00 | |
| 75th | $104,000 | $50.00 | |
| 90th | $131,600 | $63.29 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $84,000 |
| Detroit, MI | $83,190 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $78,200 |
| South Bend, IN | $71,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foreign language and literature teachers.
| 7. Oregon | $91,670 |
| 8. Maryland | $87,280 |
| 9. Nevada | $84,980 |
| 10. Michigan | $83,190 |
| 11. Illinois | $81,530 |
| 12. South Dakota | $81,080 |
| 13. Minnesota | $80,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a foreign language and literature teacher make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $40.00 ($83,190 a year).
Do foreign language and literature teachers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $83,190 against $79,350 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Michigan rank for foreign language and literature teacher pay?
Michigan ranks 10 of 45 states.
Which city in Michigan pays foreign language and literature teachers the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $84,000 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.