Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,590 | $120,395 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.36 | $57.88 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $104,563.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | $100,459 | $79,050 | $153,450 | 90 |
The median annual salary for a Data Scientist in Michigan is $100,590, or about $48.36 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Data Scientists is $120,395. Michigan is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level data scientists in Michigan typically earn from $79,050 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,360 data scientist jobs on record and a median salary of $100,590, Michigan offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.