Economists Salary in Michigan
Economists in Michigan earn a median of $106,350 a year, −15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $106,350
- vs. U.S. median
- −15% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,860; the top 10% earn over $178,170. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
States ranked near Michigan
Similar jobs in Michigan
- Environmental Economists$106,350 median in Michigan (broader BLS group)
- Financial Quantitative Analysts$75,040 median in Michigan (broader BLS group)
- Business Intelligence Analysts$100,590 median in Michigan (broader BLS group)
- Survey Researchers$101,550 median in Michigan
- Political Scientists$86,290 median in Michigan
- Actuaries$100,640 median in Michigan
Economists pay in Michigan
How much do economists make in Michigan?
The median is $106,350 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,860 and the top 10% earn over $178,170. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 40 (−15% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.