Accountant Salary in Detroit, MI
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$75,710
Hourly Rate
$36.40
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,254
employed
Accountant Salary Range in Detroit, MI
Annual Salary Range
$51k
10th percentile
$61k
25th
$88k
75th
$109k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $50,773 | $24.41 |
| 25th Percentile | $60,969 | $29.31 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $75,710 | $36.40 |
| 75th Percentile | $88,499 | $42.55 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $108,962 | $52.39 |
| Average (Mean) | $80,818 | $38.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Accountant salary in Detroit, MI is $75,710 per year or $36.40 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Detroit, MI Compares
vs National Average
$79,880
vs Michigan Average
$77,963
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$81,584
Cost of living in Detroit, MI is 7.2% below the national average.
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