How much does a sociologist make in Michigan?
$88,040a year
Median yearly pay for sociologists in Michigan. That is $42.33 an hour or $7,337 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.33
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 11
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,520Median: $88,040Highest 10%: $158,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,520 | $25.25 | |
| 25th | $64,180 | $30.86 | |
| Median | $88,040 | $42.33 | |
| 75th | $153,100 | $73.62 | |
| 90th | $158,400 | $76.16 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lansing, MI | $64,180 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociologists.
| 6. Massachusetts | $106,500 |
| 7. Maryland | $100,700 |
| 8. Washington | $97,170 |
| 9. Michigan | $88,040 |
| 10. Ohio | $78,850 |
| 11. Florida | $46,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociologist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $42.33 ($88,040 a year).
Do sociologists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $88,040 against $106,000 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Michigan rank for sociologist pay?
Michigan ranks 9 of 11 states.
Which city in Michigan pays sociologists the most?
Lansing-East Lansing, MI, with a median of $64,180 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.