Media & Communications Michigan (MI) Rank #35 of 50

Journalist Salary in Michigan

The median journalist salary in Michigan is $50,364 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $55,960.

Median Salary

$50,364

vs National

$-5,596

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Journalist Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level journalist earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,000 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,500

$-3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,200

$-5,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$90,000

$-10,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,800	$32,000	$-3,200
25th Percentile	$36,000	$40,000	$-4,000
Median (50th)	$50,364	$55,960	$-5,596
75th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
90th Percentile	$99,000	$110,000	$-11,000

Journalist Salary by City in Michigan

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

Detroit, MI

$49,245

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$50,364

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$58,758

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$49,245

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%