Dental Office Manager salary in Michigan
Dental Office Managers in Michigan earn a median of $49.93 per hour, about $103,860 a year, 12% below the U.S. median of $56.71. The middle half earn between $39.44 and $64.91 per hour. The highest median among Michigan metro areas is in Ann Arbor, MI, at $54.58 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $49.93median pay per hour
- $103,860median pay per year
- 14,890employed in Michigan
- #38of 50 states by median pay
Dental Office Manager pay in Michigan: percentiles
| Level | Michigan per hour | Michigan per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.98 | $64,440 | $33.50 |
| Lower quartile | $39.44 | $82,040 | $42.58 |
| Median | $49.93 | $103,860 | $56.71 |
| Upper quartile | $64.91 | $135,010 | $78.09 |
| Top 10% | $89.17 | $185,470 | $105.33 |
Dental Office Manager pay by metro area in Michigan
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Michigan median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor, MI | $54.58 | $113,520 | 1,170 | 9% above | $54.10 |
| Saginaw, MI | $52.16 | $108,480 | 300 | 4% above | $57.39 |
| Lansing-East Lansing, MI | $51.96 | $108,070 | 570 | 4% above | $54.70 |
| Midland, MI | $51.96 | $108,080 | 200 | 4% above | $56.53 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI | $51.13 | $106,340 | 1,520 | 2% above | $53.51 |
| Traverse City, MI | $50.62 | $105,280 | 250 | 1% above | $54.21 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $50.54 | $105,130 | 260 | 1% above | $55.82 |
| Jackson, MI | $50.22 | $104,450 | 190 | 1% above | $54.72 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $50.15 | $104,320 | 6,660 | in line with | $50.00 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI | $49.44 | $102,840 | 180 | 1% below | $53.44 |
| Niles, MI | $49.29 | $102,530 | 130 | 1% below | — |
| Flint, MI | $48.31 | $100,490 | 630 | 3% below | $51.93 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage, MI | $47.80 | $99,420 | 430 | 4% below | $50.40 |
| Monroe, MI | $47.15 | $98,070 | 80 | 6% below | $50.43 |
| Bay City, MI | $46.56 | $96,850 | 130 | 7% below | $50.65 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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What employers are posting in Michigan
- 11roles with published pay
- $22.50median pay per hour
- $20–$27typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 11 | $22.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 11 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dental Office Manager jobs in Michigan · Dental Office Manager salary nationwide · Michigan state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental office manager make in Michigan?
The median is $49.93 per hour, about $103,860 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $30.98 and the top 10% earn over $89.17 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Michigan city pays dental office managers the most?
Among Michigan metro areas, Ann Arbor, MI has the highest median at $54.58 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Michigan rank for dental office manager pay?
Michigan ranks 38th of 50 states by median dental office manager pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Aspen DentalBrighton, MI · 11 postings$22.50/ hr$20–$36
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- Aspen DentalSt. Charles, MO · 3 postings$30.05/ hr$19–$31
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