How much does a physics teacher make in Michigan?
$109,100a year
Median yearly pay for physics teachers in Michigan. That is $52.45 an hour or $9,091 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.45
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,450Median: $109,100Highest 10%: $176,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,450 | $26.66 | |
| 25th | $82,360 | $39.60 | |
| Median | $109,100 | $52.45 | |
| 75th | $140,800 | $67.69 | |
| 90th | $176,800 | $84.98 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $141,400 |
| Detroit, MI | $104,900 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $103,800 |
| South Bend, IN | $80,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physics teachers.
| 2. Connecticut | $112,400 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $111,300 |
| 4. Maryland | $111,000 |
| 5. Michigan | $109,100 |
| 6. New Mexico | $108,900 |
| 7. Delaware | $108,800 |
| 8. Minnesota | $107,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physics teacher make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $52.45 ($109,100 a year).
Do physics teachers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $109,100 against $100,300 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Michigan rank for physics teacher pay?
Michigan ranks 5 of 47 states.
Which city in Michigan pays physics teachers the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $141,400 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.