How much does a therapist make in Michigan?
$57,970a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in Michigan. That is $27.87 an hour or $4,831 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.87
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,760Median: $57,970Highest 10%: $99,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,760 | $18.15 | |
| 25th | $50,860 | $24.45 | |
| Median | $57,970 | $27.87 | |
| 75th | $67,680 | $32.54 | |
| 90th | $99,200 | $47.69 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $60,000 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $52,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for therapists.
| 33. Oklahoma | $60,090 |
| 34. Wisconsin | $59,420 |
| 35. Georgia | $59,380 |
| 36. Michigan | $57,970 |
| 37. Tennessee | $56,690 |
| 38. Maryland | $49,400 |
| 39. Connecticut | $47,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $27.87 ($57,970 a year).
Do therapists make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $57,970 against $77,930 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Michigan rank for therapist pay?
Michigan ranks 36 of 41 states.
Which city in Michigan pays therapists the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $60,000 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.