Engineering Michigan (MI) Rank #25 of 50

Electrical Engineer Salary in Michigan

The median electrical engineer salary in Michigan is $99,380 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $104,610.

Median Salary

$99,380

vs National

$-5,230

State Rank

#25 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $64,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,250 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$64,600

$-3,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$100,700

$-5,300 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$147,250

$-7,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$62,700	$66,000	$-3,300
25th Percentile	$78,850	$83,000	$-4,150
Median (50th)	$99,380	$104,610	$-5,230
75th Percentile	$125,400	$132,000	$-6,600
90th Percentile	$153,900	$162,000	$-8,100

Electrical Engineer Salary by City in Michigan

The largest employment areas for electrical engineers in Michigan include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Warren. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Detroit, MI

$97,287

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$99,380

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$115,071

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$97,287

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%

Lansing, MI

$95,195

Pop. 112,644 · COL 86%

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Michigan

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Michigan has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignPower SystemsControl SystemsEmbedded Systems

Job Outlook in Michigan

Nationally, electrical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Michigan's demand may vary based on local industry trends.