Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Michigan
Licensed Practical Nurses in Michigan earn a median of $30.68 per hour, about $63,810 a year, 2% above the U.S. median of $29.97. The middle half earn between $29.15 and $34.36 per hour. The highest median among Michigan metro areas is in Niles, MI, at $35.08 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $30.68median pay per hour
- $63,810median pay per year
- 11,060employed in Michigan
- #20of 50 states by median pay
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Michigan: percentiles
| Level | Michigan per hour | Michigan per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.65 | $53,350 | $23.06 |
| Lower quartile | $29.15 | $60,630 | $26.55 |
| Median | $30.68 | $63,810 | $29.97 |
| Upper quartile | $34.36 | $71,470 | $35.17 |
| Top 10% | $37.16 | $77,290 | $38.71 |
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by metro area in Michigan
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Michigan median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niles, MI | $35.08 | $72,960 | 150 | 14% above | — |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $31.54 | $65,610 | 540 | 3% above | $31.26 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $31.27 | $65,030 | 4,500 | 2% above | $31.18 |
| Lansing-East Lansing, MI | $30.84 | $64,140 | 330 | 1% above | $32.47 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage, MI | $30.38 | $63,180 | 300 | 1% below | $32.03 |
| Jackson, MI | $30.22 | $62,860 | 220 | 1% below | $32.93 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI | $30.07 | $62,540 | 1,440 | 2% below | $31.47 |
| Saginaw, MI | $29.91 | $62,220 | 260 | 3% below | $32.91 |
| Monroe, MI | $29.90 | $62,200 | 200 | 3% below | $31.98 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $29.57 | $61,510 | 390 | 4% below | $32.66 |
| Flint, MI | $29.55 | $61,470 | 400 | 4% below | $31.76 |
| Traverse City, MI | $28.72 | $59,740 | 130 | 6% below | $30.76 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI | $28.60 | $59,490 | 130 | 7% below | $30.91 |
| Bay City, MI | $28.31 | $58,890 | 120 | 8% below | $30.80 |
| Midland, MI | $27.32 | $56,820 | 110 | 11% below | $29.72 |
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).
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in states next to Michigan
What employers are posting in Michigan
- 4roles with published pay
- $27.21median pay per hour
- $21–$33typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Holland Hospital | 2 | $26.42 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $30.27 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 1 | $28 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Michigan · Licensed Practical Nurse salary nationwide · Michigan state guide · Michigan licensing guide
Common questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Michigan?
The median is $30.68 per hour, about $63,810 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $25.65 and the top 10% earn over $37.16 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Michigan city pays licensed practical nurses the most?
Among Michigan metro areas, Niles, MI has the highest median at $35.08 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Michigan rank for licensed practical nurse pay?
Michigan ranks 20th of 50 states by median licensed practical nurse 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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