How much does a physical scientist make in Michigan?
$118,900a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Michigan. That is $57.15 an hour or $9,906 a month.
- Hourly
- $57.15
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,540Median: $118,900Highest 10%: $164,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,540 | $39.20 | |
| 25th | $97,740 | $46.99 | |
| Median | $118,900 | $57.15 | |
| 75th | $140,900 | $67.76 | |
| 90th | $164,400 | $79.03 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 15. Arizona | $125,300 |
| 16. New Mexico | $123,800 |
| 17. Alaska | $120,200 |
| 18. Michigan | $118,900 |
| 19. New York | $117,800 |
| 20. Utah | $115,900 |
| 21. Hawaii | $112,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $57.15 ($118,900 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $118,900 against $122,600 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Michigan rank for physical scientist pay?
Michigan ranks 18 of 39 states.
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.