Therapist Salary Guide: Detroit, MI
Average Therapist Salary
$45.00/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Detroit, MI is $45.00 per hour. This is 12% lower than the Michigan average of $50.53.
Last updated on August 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Detroit, MI compared to State and National Averages
$45.00/hour
Detroit, MI
7% lower than the US average.
$50.53/hour
Michigan
5% higher than the US average.
$48.02/hour
United States
How Therapist Salaries in Detroit Compare to Other Cities
How Therapist Salaries in Detroit Compare to Other Cities
Indianapolis, Indiana
--/hour
Chicago, Illinois
$51/hour
This is 12% higher than the Detroit average of $45.00.
Racine, Wisconsin
$44/hour
This is 2% lower than the Detroit average of $45.00.
What are the highest paying Agencies for Therapist jobs in Detroit?
Detroit Medical Center pays Therapists the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by Elara Caring ($35). For comparison, the Detroit, MI average for Therapists is $45 per hour — Detroit Medical Center pays 14% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Medical Center | $39 | $39 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
Last updated on August 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Physical Therapy Assistant
- DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital
- Detroit, MI
$32-45/hour
Physical Therapy Assistant
- DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan
- Detroit, MI
$32-45/hour
Physical Therapist
- DMC Children's Hospital Michigan
- Detroit, MI
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-45/hour
Occupational Therapist
- DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan
- Detroit, MI
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-45/hour
Occupational Therapist
- DMC Hutzel Women's Hospital
- Detroit, MI
$32-45/hour
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