Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Michigan | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,300 | $98,331 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.34 | $47.27 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $98,025.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | $80,045 | $60,450 | $97,650 | 90 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Michigan is $94,300, or about $45.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Michigan is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Michigan typically earn from $60,450 depending on the city and employer.
With 104,950 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $94,300, Michigan offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.