Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$40.75/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Michigan is $40.75 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $47.17.
Last updated on May 23, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
$40.75/hour
Michigan
16% lower than the US average.
$47.17/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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hospice | $41 | $43 |
| DOU - Direct Observation Unit | $39 | $39 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $39 | $39 |
| Intermediate Care | $39 | $39 |
| OR - Operating Room | $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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $60 | $69 |
| New York | $57 | $81 |
| Illinois | $49 | $50 |
| Pennsylvania | $49 | $55 |
| Ohio | $43 | $47 |
| Minnesota | $39 | $50 |
| West Virginia | $30 | $41 |
| Iowa | $29 | $38 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | $57 | $57 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $37 | $40 |
| Graham Healthcare Group | $37 | $37 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $35 | $37 |
| Insight Global | $33 | $33 |
| Elara Caring | $11 | $11 |
Last updated on May 23, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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