MI · Ann Arbor · Updated October 15, 2026

Nurse Case Manager jobs in Ann Arbor, MI

The median nurse case manager pay in the Ann Arbor area is $45.22 per hour ($94,050 a year), with the typical range running from $40.30 to $48.05. That ranks 99th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 102nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Ann Arbor. The free report below lists employers near Ann Arbor and what they pay.

Nurse Case Manager pay in Ann Arbor, MI

The metro median is 10% above the Michigan statewide median of $41.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 12,030 registered nurses employed in the Ann Arbor metro area, 55.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.60).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$38.64$80,37014% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$40.30$83,82010% below U.S. median
Median$45.22$94,050in line with U.S. median
Upper quartile$48.05$99,9407% above U.S. median
Top 10%$61.16$127,21036% above U.S. median

How Ann Arbor ranks

  • 99th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 102nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
  • 2nd of 12 Michigan metro areas

BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in Ann Arbor

  • Overall prices in Ann Arbor run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.3).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $45.22 median hour buys what $44.83 buys at the national price level, in line with the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,628
  • Per year: $81,396
  • Per month: $6,783

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Ann Arbor metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Ann Arbor

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$134
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,498
13-week assignment$19,474

Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.

Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).

Open Nurse Case Manager roles in Michigan

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Hospitals in Ann Arbor

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Ann Arbor, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Va Ann Arbor Healthcare System
Ann Arbor, MI
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal5 of 5Yes
Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital
Ann Arbor, MI
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
University Of Michigan Health System
Ann Arbor, MI
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Primary care shortage areas in Washtenaw County

HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Washtenaw County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.

Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.

Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.

Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Westland, MI18 mi$42.78/hr82,745
Novi, MI19 mi$42.78/hr67,675
Livonia, MI20 mi$42.78/hr93,113
Dearborn Heights, MI23 mi$42.78/hr61,040
Farmington Hills, MI23 mi$42.78/hr84,173
Taylor, MI24 mi$42.78/hr61,544

Nurse Case Manager jobs in Michigan · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Michigan

Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here.

Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Michigan state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide

Other healthcare roles in Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do nurse case managers make in Ann Arbor, MI?

Nurse Case Managers in the Ann Arbor metro area have a median pay of $45.22 per hour, about $94,050 a year. The middle half earn between $40.30 and $48.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Ann Arbor a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?

Ann Arbor ranks 102nd of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 99th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.

Where do nurse case managers work in Ann Arbor?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Ann Arbor, led by Va Ann Arbor Healthcare System. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Michigan license to work in Ann Arbor as a nurse case manager?

Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Ann Arbor in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Washtenaw County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.

What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Ann Arbor?

The federal per diem benchmark in Ann Arbor is $134 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,498 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • AccentCareWarren, MI · 2 postings$39.90/ hr$38–$41
  • McGuffey Home Health Care, LLCTroy, MI · 1 wage offer$37.50/ hr$38–$38
  • Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
  • MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95

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2What they are offering now

Low$37Median$39.90High$55

3 Case Manager postings with published pay in Michigan, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 3 Case Manager roles

  1. Registered Nurse RN Case Manager Home HealthPermanent
    $37.05–$54.54/ hour
    OSF Healthcare System · Escanaba, MI · posted 10 days ago
  2. Registered Nurse / RN Case Manager, HospicePermanent
    $80k–$86k/ year
    AccentCare · Warren, MI · posted 16 days ago

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