Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,070 | $118,932 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.00 | $57.18 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $110,260.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | $102,802 | $69,750 | $134,850 | 90 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Michigan is $106,070, or about $51.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Michigan is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Michigan typically earn from $69,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 10,840 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $106,070, Michigan offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.