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Designers, All Other average salary by city in Michigan
- Ann Arbor$64,080
- Grand Rapids$59,770
- Detroit$57,470
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $64,080 | $50,810 | $45,510 | $51,191 | 101 |
| Grand Rapids | $59,770 | $58,990 | $52,000 | $47,102 | 96 |
| Detroit | $57,470 | $47,240 | $46,500 | $44,921 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Designers, All Other salary in other states
More about pay in Michigan
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 27-1029.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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