Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$35.47/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Michigan is $35.47 per hour. This is 40% lower than the US average of $49.81.
Last updated on October 4, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
$35.47/hour
Michigan
40% lower than the US average.
$49.81/hour
United States
What cities in Michigan pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
Only Jackson, Michigan reports pay data for Medical Surgical Nurses, averaging $100 per hour. For comparison, the Michigan average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $35 per hour — Jackson, Michigan pays 182% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson, Michigan | $100 | $100 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Michigan compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($59) and Pennsylvania ($50). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the Michigan average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $35 per hour — Minnesota pays 77% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $63 | $70 |
| Wisconsin | $59 | $65 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $50 |
| New York | $49 | $55 |
| Illinois | $48 | $51 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Ohio | $41 | $42 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Michigan?
Only Detroit Medical Center reports pay data for Medical Surgical Nurses, averaging $35 per hour. Detroit Medical Center also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $37. For comparison, the Michigan average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $35 per hour — Detroit Medical Center pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Medical Center | $35 | $37 |
Last updated on October 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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