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

Museum Curator Salary in Michigan

The median museum curator salary in Michigan is $54,099 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $60,110.

Median Salary

$54,099

vs National

$-6,011

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Museum Curator Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level museum curator earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,800 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,200

$-3,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$82,800

$-9,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$31,500	$35,000	$-3,500
25th Percentile	$39,600	$44,000	$-4,400
Median (50th)	$54,099	$60,110	$-6,011
75th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
90th Percentile	$88,200	$98,000	$-9,800

Museum Curator Salary by City in Michigan

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

Detroit, MI

$52,897

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$54,099

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$63,116

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$52,897

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%

Lansing, MI

$51,695

Pop. 112,644 · COL 86%

How to Become a Museum Curator in Michigan

Education

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

Key Skills

Collection ManagementExhibition DesignArt HistoryResearchGrant WritingPublic Programming

Job Outlook in Michigan

Nationally, museum curator employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Michigan's demand may vary based on local industry trends.