Average Therapist Salary

$48.10/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Michigan is $48.10 per hour. This is 14% lower than the US average of $54.93.

Last updated on November 15, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages

$48.10/hour

Michigan

14% lower than the US average.

$54.93/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 $48 per hour — Detroit, Michigan pays 6% less.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax 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 $52 per hour, followed by Occupational Therapist ($46) and Physical Therapy Assistant ($36). Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Michigan average for Therapists is $48 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 8% more.

SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Physical Therapist$52$58
Occupational Therapist$46$58
Physical Therapy Assistant$36$40
How does the pay for Therapists in Michigan compare to nearby states?

Iowa pays Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Ohio ($54) and Pennsylvania ($53). Wisconsin has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $64. For comparison, the Michigan average for Therapists is $48 per hour — Iowa pays 17% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Iowa$56$58
Ohio$54$58
Pennsylvania$53$63
Illinois$53$63
Wisconsin$53$64
New York$49$57
West Virginia$49$51
Kentucky$40$46
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Michigan?

Med Hires pays Therapists the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($41) and Perm Staff Jobs ($38). Patterns Hiring - Perm has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Michigan average for Therapists is $48 per hour — Med Hires pays 10% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Med Hires$44$44
Patterns Hiring - Perm$41$45
Perm Staff Jobs$38$38
Elara Caring$35$35
Graham Healthcare Group$33$33
Detroit Medical Center$28$39

Last updated on November 15, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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