Travel Nurse Pay in Michigan
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Michigan. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in Michigan
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in Michigan, including cost of living analysis to see your true discretionary income.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
Same state assignment. You'll pay 4.25% state tax plus 24% federal tax.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$75.53
Based on 36 hours in MI.
Gross Weekly Pay
$2,719
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,620
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$458
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,261
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$29,398
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$58,795
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$117,590
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,261
per week
Taxes
$458
per week
Total Gross: $2,719 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$686
≈ $2,970/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Michigan
$1,000
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$1,970
Your stipend covers rent with $1,970 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Michigan
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Michigan's cost of living is lower than the national average by 11.0 points.
💡 Lower cost of living area. Your pay may go further here than in expensive cities.
Housing Cost: Low
Utilities: Low
Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.
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Average Travel Nurse Pay in Michigan
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in Michigan. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$45/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,800
Annual
$93,600
GSA Per Diem Rates for Michigan
Lodging
$98/night
Meals
$59/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Michigan.
Tax Information for Michigan
Cost of Living in Michigan
Cost of Living Index
89
Below national average
Housing
Low
Utilities
Low
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Michigan
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in Michigan. Click on any city to see detailed pay information, cost of living, and job opportunities. Use our state comparison tool to compare pay across different states.
Detroit
Avg Pay: $48/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Grand Rapids
Avg Pay: $46/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Ann Arbor
Avg Pay: $47/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Michigan Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Michigan:
ICU
~$50/hr in MI
Very High DemandER
~$49/hr in MI
Very High DemandOR
~$50/hr in MI
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$47/hr in MI
High DemandMed-Surg
~$45/hr in MI
Very High DemandPACU
~$48/hr in MI
High DemandTop Hospitals in Michigan
- University of Michigan Hospital
- Henry Ford Hospital
- Spectrum Health
Nursing License Requirements for Michigan
Cost of Living in Michigan
Average 1BR Rent
$1,000/mo
Cost of Living Index
89
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Low
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in Michigan. Consider that rent in Michigan is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Michigan?
Travel nurses in Michigan typically earn between $40 and $55 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $45/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $49-64 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for Michigan?
The GSA per diem rates for Michigan are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive. For official rates, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
Is Michigan tax-friendly for travel nurses?
Michigan has a state income tax rate of 4.25%, making it relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in Michigan?
The cost of living index in Michigan is 89, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in Michigan?
Michigan is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.