Salary Report for Michigan Nurse Practitioners
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Compare Michigan to U.S.
Michigan Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $108,770 which is 7% less than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Michigan | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $52.30 | $56.75 | -7.84% |
| Average Annual Salary | $108,770 | $118,040 | -7.85% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Michigan, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $99,870 and $125,120 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $130,630, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $94,430, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 583 | Under $94,430 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 874 | $94,430 – $99,870 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,458 | $99,870 – $102,060 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,458 | $102,060 – $125,120 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 874 | $102,060 – $130,630 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 583 | Above $130,630 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Michigan nurses earn about $115,664 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in Michigan is 6% less than the national average, which means Michigan residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $108,770, Michigan Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($218,240), and Nurse Midwives ($112,370).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($33,790), LPNs ($54,090), Registered Nurses ($75,930), and Nursing Instructors ($76,390).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $218,240 |
| Nurse Midwives | $112,370 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $108,770 |
| Nursing Instructors | $76,390 |
| Registered Nurses | $75,930 |
| LPNs | $54,090 |
| Nursing Assistants | $33,790 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Michigan the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (110,750), Nursing Assistants (53,980) and LPNs (14,070).
The three professions in Michigan needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (50.9%), Nursing Instructors (25.5%) and Nurse Anesthetists (12%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 102,590 | 110,750 | 8% | 6,350 |
| Nursing Assistants | 50,130 | 53,980 | 7.7% | 6,660 |
| LPNs | 13,180 | 14,070 | 6.8% | 1,120 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 5,110 | 7,710 | 50.9% | 590 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 2,500 | 2,800 | 12% | 160 |
| Nursing Instructors | 2,200 | 2,760 | 25.5% | 280 |
| Nurse Midwives | 360 | 390 | 8.3% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by Michigan Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in Michigan is $108,770. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Ann Arbor ($115,520), Muskegon ($113,450) and Jackson ($112,620).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Northeast Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area ($125,213), Muskegon ($123,423) and Flint ($123,354).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Practitioners in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Practitioners salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $115,520 | $116,652 | $1,132 |
| Muskegon | $113,450 | $123,423 | $9,973 |
| Jackson | $112,620 | $121,476 | $8,856 |
| Flint | $110,710 | $123,354 | $12,644 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $110,610 | $118,363 | $7,753 |
| Northeast Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area | $110,100 | $125,213 | $15,113 |
| Monroe | $109,710 | $119,640 | $9,930 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $109,250 | $112,524 | $3,274 |
| Midland | $109,020 | $119,369 | $10,349 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming | $108,960 | $115,022 | $6,062 |
| Northwest Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area | $106,830 | $121,494 | $14,664 |
| Niles-Benton Harbor | $103,100 | $117,694 | $14,594 |
| Balance of Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area | $102,910 | $117,036 | $14,126 |
| Saginaw | $102,860 | $117,219 | $14,359 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $102,170 | $109,825 | $7,655 |
| Upper Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area | $102,090 | $116,104 | $14,014 |
| Battle Creek | $100,000 | $109,745 | $9,745 |
Salary FAQ for Michigan Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Ann Arbor
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $115,520
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $116,652
Hourly Wage: $55.54
Currently Employed: 620
Cost-of-Living Index: 99.03
Ann Arbor Salary Report
Balance of Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $102,910
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $117,036
Hourly Wage: $49
Currently Employed: 230
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.93
Balance of Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Battle Creek
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $100,000
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $109,745
Hourly Wage: $48.08
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.12
Battle Creek Salary Report
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $109,250
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $112,524
Hourly Wage: $53
Currently Employed: 2,500
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.09
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Salary Report
Flint
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $110,710
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $123,354
Hourly Wage: $53.23
Currently Employed: 250
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.75
Flint Salary Report
Grand Rapids-Wyoming
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $108,960
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $115,022
Hourly Wage: $52
Currently Employed: 720
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.73
Grand Rapids-Wyoming Salary Report
Jackson
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $112,620
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $121,476
Hourly Wage: $54.14
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.71
Jackson Salary Report
Kalamazoo-Portage
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $102,170
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $109,825
Hourly Wage: $49
Currently Employed: 210
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.03
Kalamazoo-Portage Salary Report
Lansing-East Lansing
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $110,610
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $118,363
Hourly Wage: $53.18
Currently Employed: 170
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.45
Lansing-East Lansing Salary Report
Midland
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $109,020
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $119,369
Hourly Wage: $52
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.33
Midland Salary Report
Monroe
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $109,710
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $119,640
Hourly Wage: $52.75
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.70
Monroe Salary Report
Muskegon
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $113,450
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $123,423
Hourly Wage: $55
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.92
Muskegon Salary Report
Niles-Benton Harbor
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $103,100
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $117,694
Hourly Wage: $49.57
Currently Employed: 50
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.60
Niles-Benton Harbor Salary Report
Northeast Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $110,100
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $125,213
Hourly Wage: $53
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.93
Northeast Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Northwest Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $106,830
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $121,494
Hourly Wage: $51.36
Currently Employed: 130
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.93
Northwest Lower Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Saginaw
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $102,860
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $117,219
Hourly Wage: $49
Currently Employed: 140
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.75
Saginaw Salary Report
Upper Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $102,090
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $116,104
Hourly Wage: $49.08
Currently Employed: 160
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.93
Upper Peninsula of Michigan Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
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