How much does a geoscientist make in Michigan?
$80,990a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Michigan. That is $38.94 an hour or $6,749 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.94
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,160Median: $80,990Highest 10%: $120,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,160 | $29.88 | |
| 25th | $66,130 | $31.79 | |
| Median | $80,990 | $38.94 | |
| 75th | $95,650 | $45.99 | |
| 90th | $120,000 | $57.67 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lansing, MI | $91,100 |
| Detroit, MI | $78,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 33. North Dakota | $84,070 |
| 34. Missouri | $83,390 |
| 35. Ohio | $81,220 |
| 36. Michigan | $80,990 |
| 37. Minnesota | $80,540 |
| 38. Kansas | $80,080 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $78,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $38.94 ($80,990 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $80,990 against $101,900 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Michigan rank for geoscientist pay?
Michigan ranks 36 of 50 states.
Which city in Michigan pays geoscientists the most?
Lansing-East Lansing, MI, with a median of $91,100 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.