Creative & Education Michigan (MI) Rank #35 of 50

Instructional Designer Salary in Michigan

The median instructional designer salary in Michigan is $64,800 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $72,000.

Median Salary

$64,800

vs National

$-7,200

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Instructional Designer Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level instructional designer earns around $41,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $100,800 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$41,400

$-4,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$66,600

$-7,400 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$100,800

$-11,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$39,600	$44,000	$-4,400
25th Percentile	$50,400	$56,000	$-5,600
Median (50th)	$64,800	$72,000	$-7,200
75th Percentile	$85,500	$95,000	$-9,500
90th Percentile	$106,200	$118,000	$-11,800

Instructional Designer Salary by City in Michigan

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

Detroit, MI

$63,360

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$64,800

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$75,600

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$63,360

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%

Lansing, MI

$61,920

Pop. 112,644 · COL 86%

How to Become a Instructional Designer in Michigan

Education

Most instructional designer positions require a master's degree. Michigan has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Instructional DesignArticulate/CaptivateLMSADDIE ModelE-LearningAssessment Design

Job Outlook in Michigan

Nationally, instructional designer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Michigan's demand may vary based on local industry trends.