Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $65,110 | $72,224 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.30 | $34.72 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $67,682.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in Michigan is $65,110, or about $31.30 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. Michigan is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in Michigan typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 40,910 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $65,110, Michigan offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.