Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary

$40.09/hour

The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in Michigan is $40.09 per hour. This is 31% lower than the US average of $52.70.

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Psychiatric Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages

$40.09/hour

Michigan

31% lower than the US average.

$52.70/hour

United States

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Psychiatric Nurse jobs in Michigan?

Only Detroit Medical Center reports pay data for Psychiatric Nurses, averaging $37 per hour. For comparison, the Michigan average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Detroit Medical Center pays 8% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Detroit Medical Center$37$37

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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