Average Therapist Salary

$48.83/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Michigan is $48.83 per hour. This is 2% lower than the US average of $49.86.

Last updated on February 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages

$48.83/hour

Michigan

2% lower than the US average.

$49.86/hour

United States

What cities in Michigan pay the most for Therapists?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Detroit, Michigan$40$47
What type of Therapists make the most money in Michigan?
SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Physical Therapist$54$58
Speech Language Pathologist$52$58
Occupational Therapist$41$48
Physical Therapy Assistant$36$40
How does the pay for Therapists in Michigan compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Oregon$56$63
California$51$58
Washington$48$57
Montana$41$48
Arizona$41$50
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Michigan?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Detroit Medical Center$34$34
Graham Healthcare Group$33$33
VeeAR Health$31$35
Elara Caring$31$31

Last updated on February 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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