Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan

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Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary

$44.30/hour

The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in Michigan is $44.30 per hour. This is 9% lower than the US average of $48.46.

Last updated on September 25, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Psychiatric Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages

$44.30/hour

Michigan

9% lower than the US average.

$48.46/hour

United States

How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in Michigan compare to nearby states?

Kentucky pays Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $31 per hour, followed by Illinois ($31). Illinois has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the Michigan average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Kentucky pays 30% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Kentucky	$31	$36
Illinois	$31	$46

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

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Psychiatric Nurses, averaging $37 per hour. For comparison, the Michigan average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 16% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs	$37	$37

Last updated on September 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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