Registered Nurse Salary in Detroit, MI
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$92,314
Hourly Rate
$44.38
/hour
Jobs in Area
2,908
employed
Registered Nurse Salary Range in Detroit, MI
Annual Salary Range
$62k
10th percentile
$78k
25th
$108k
75th
$137k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $62,089 | $29.85 |
| 25th Percentile | $77,736 | $37.37 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $92,314 | $44.38 |
| 75th Percentile | $108,153 | $52.00 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $137,418 | $66.07 |
| Average (Mean) | $101,336 | $48.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Registered Nurse salary in Detroit, MI is $92,314 per year or $44.38 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
$93,600
vs Michigan Average
$94,572
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$99,476
Cost of living in Detroit, MI is 7.2% below the national average.
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