Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$35.19/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Michigan is $35.19 per hour. This is 6% lower than the US average of $37.24.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
$35.19/hour
Michigan
6% lower than the US average.
$37.24/hour
United States
What cities in Michigan pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Michigan pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Bay City, Michigan | $100 | $100 |
| Jackson, Michigan | $100 | $100 |
| Ypsilanti, Michigan | $38 | $51 |
| Ann Arbor, Michigan | $38 | $51 |
| Livonia, Michigan | $36 | $48 |
| Rochester, Michigan | $36 | $48 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Michigan?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Michigan?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Long Term Acute Care | $48 | $52 |
| Hospice | $42 | $43 |
| OR - Operating Room | $39 | $41 |
| Perioperative | $39 | $41 |
| DOU - Direct Observation Unit | $39 | $39 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $39 | $39 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Michigan compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Michigan compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $54 | $79 |
| Oregon | $45 | $59 |
| Alaska | $44 | $59 |
| Nevada | $42 | $57 |
| Washington | $41 | $58 |
| Arizona | $38 | $49 |
| Idaho | $33 | $45 |
| Montana | $33 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Michigan?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Michigan?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Medical Center | $37 | $37 |
Last updated on February 21, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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