Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $66,030 | $74,587 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.75 | $35.86 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,638.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in Michigan is $66,030, or about $31.75 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. Michigan is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in Michigan typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 25,540 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $66,030, Michigan offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.