Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$44.43/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in Michigan is $44.43 per hour. This is 15% lower than the US average of $51.22.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
$44.43/hour
Michigan
15% lower than the US average.
$51.22/hour
United States
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Michigan compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Minnesota ($57) and Pennsylvania ($51). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Michigan average for Long Term Care Nurses is $44 per hour — Wisconsin pays 45% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $65 | $69 |
| Minnesota | $57 | $65 |
| Pennsylvania | $51 | $55 |
| Illinois | $51 | $54 |
| Ohio | $47 | $51 |
| Iowa | $46 | $50 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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