Therapist Salary Guide: Michigan
Average Therapist Salary
$50.53/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Michigan is $50.53 per hour. This is 5% higher than the US average of $48.02.
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
$50.53/hour
Michigan
5% higher than the US average.
$48.02/hour
United States
What cities in Michigan pay the most for Therapists?
Only Detroit, Michigan reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $45 per hour. For comparison, the Michigan average for Therapists is $51 per hour — Detroit, Michigan pays 11% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit, Michigan | $45 | $45 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Michigan?
Physical Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Michigan, averaging $54 per hour, followed by Occupational Therapist ($43). Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Michigan average for Therapists is $51 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 7% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist | $54 | $58 |
| Occupational Therapist | $43 | $48 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Michigan compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($52) and Iowa ($50). Minnesota has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $88. For comparison, the Michigan average for Therapists is $51 per hour — Illinois pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $52 | $63 |
| Pennsylvania | $52 | $63 |
| Iowa | $50 | $58 |
| Wisconsin | $50 | $60 |
| Minnesota | $49 | $88 |
| New York | $48 | $57 |
| Ohio | $46 | $57 |
| Kentucky | $41 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Michigan?
Patterns Hiring - Perm pays Therapists the most, averaging $43 per hour, followed by Detroit Medical Center ($39) and Elara Caring ($35). Patterns Hiring - Perm also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Michigan average for Therapists is $51 per hour — Patterns Hiring - Perm pays 14% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $43 | $45 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $39 | $39 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
| Confluent Health | $11 | $11 |
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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