Physicists Salary in Michigan
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Michigan
Physicists in Michigan earn a median salary of $111,723 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -32.8% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 460 physicists are employed across Michigan, with salaries ranging from $67,710 to $188,400 depending on location.
$111,723
Avg median salary in Michigan
$188,400
Highest paying metro
$67,710
Lowest paying metro
460
Employed in Michigan
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Physicists salaries by city in Michigan
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit, MI | $188,400 | $108,070 | $202,560 | 150 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $79,060 | $60,900 | $148,240 | 90 |
| Lansing, MI | $67,710 | $67,710 | $90,020 | 220 |