Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan
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 Salary | Max 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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Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health
- DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital
- Detroit, MI
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