How much does a graphic designer make in Michigan?
$57,350a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Michigan. That is $27.57 an hour or $4,779 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.57
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,070
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,770Median: $57,350Highest 10%: $86,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,770 | $18.64 | |
| 25th | $46,370 | $22.29 | |
| Median | $57,350 | $27.57 | |
| 75th | $70,400 | $33.85 | |
| 90th | $86,320 | $41.50 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $60,210 |
| Jackson, MI | $60,010 |
| Lansing, MI | $59,990 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $59,040 |
| Niles, MI | $58,420 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $57,870 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | $57,820 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $55,020 |
| South Bend, IN | $51,370 |
| Traverse City, MI | $49,940 |
| Flint, MI | $49,410 |
| Muskegon, MI | $48,500 |
| Saginaw, MI | $47,480 |
| Midland, MI | $46,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 28. Arizona | $58,510 |
| 29. North Carolina | $58,450 |
| 30. Hawaii | $58,070 |
| 31. Michigan | $57,350 |
| 32. Tennessee | $57,270 |
| 33. South Carolina | $57,170 |
| 34. Montana | $56,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $27.57 ($57,350 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $57,350 against $62,960 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Michigan rank for graphic designer pay?
Michigan ranks 31 of 51 states.
Which city in Michigan pays graphic designers the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $60,210 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.