How much does a medical scientist make in Michigan?
$84,310a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in Michigan. That is $40.53 an hour or $7,026 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.53
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 2,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,590Median: $84,310Highest 10%: $144,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,590 | $30.57 | |
| 25th | $68,470 | $32.92 | |
| Median | $84,310 | $40.53 | |
| 75th | $95,870 | $46.09 | |
| 90th | $144,500 | $69.49 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $85,120 |
| Detroit, MI | $84,310 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | $83,470 |
| Lansing, MI | $68,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical scientists.
| 24. Minnesota | $89,950 |
| 25. New York | $87,760 |
| 26. Kansas | $84,490 |
| 27. Michigan | $84,310 |
| 28. Ohio | $83,910 |
| 29. Iowa | $83,850 |
| 30. Idaho | $83,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $40.53 ($84,310 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $84,310 against $103,400 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Michigan rank for medical scientist pay?
Michigan ranks 27 of 46 states.
Which city in Michigan pays medical scientists the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $85,120 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.