Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Michigan

$32,757 $106,305
10th pct Median: $61,805 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$32,757
25th Percentile$44,500
50th (Median)$61,805
75th Percentile$85,291
90th (Top Earners)$106,305
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Michigan median salary of $61,805 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $65,402 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Michigan's lower cost of living (COL index: 94.5) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Michigan?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Michigan earn a median annual salary of $61,805 per year ($29.71/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $64,380.
Is Michigan a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Michigan pays slightly below the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education. Cost of living in Michigan is lower average (COL index: 94.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Michigan?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 94.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $61,805 salary in Michigan has the purchasing power of approximately $65,402 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Michigan increase real purchasing power.
How does Michigan compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Michigan

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $297,523
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $293,971
3 Neurologists $283,776
4 Surgeons, All Other $282,739
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $261,005
6 Psychiatrists $239,806
7 Physicians, Pathologists $234,163
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $233,606
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Michigan

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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