Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,880 | $55,733 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.83 | $26.79 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,166.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | $52,657 | $32,550 | $111,600 | 90 |
The median annual salary for a Real Estate Agent in Michigan is $57,880, or about $27.83 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Real Estate Agents is $55,733. Michigan is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level real estate agents in Michigan typically earn from $32,550 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,210 real estate agent jobs on record and a median salary of $57,880, Michigan offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.