How Much Do Rn's Make a Year in Michigan?

A registered nurse, or RN, typically holds an associates or bachelor's degree in nursing, although some may continue on to a masters or doctorate level. Pay scales in Michigan vary depending on geographical location, type of facility, education and experience.

Basic Pay Scale

Average hourly wages for registered nurses in Michigan in 2009 were approximately $30, with yearly wages averaging $64,100, according to the United State's Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics. In 2009, Michigan employed 84,620 RNs.

Location Variables

Annual pay varies by location. RNs working in Detroit may earn up to $71,000 annually while those working in Grand Rapids can expect to earn slightly less than the average annual salary, or approximately $59,000 per year, according to Allied Health World.

Specialty Variables

Nurses specializing in a particular field typically earn more than hospital floor nurses. For example, RNs working as case managers in Detroit earn an average of $6,500 more than floor nurses, according to the Salary Wizard.

Michigan Nursing Requirements

Michigan requires license renewals every two years for RNs, according to the Michigan Department of Community Health. RNs also must complete 25 hours of board-approved continuing education credits, with at least one credit related to pain management, every two years.

References

• United State's Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics: May 2009 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates Michigan
• Allied Health World; Salary for a Registered Nurse in Michigan
• Salary Wizard: Nursing Case Manager- Detroit, Michigan
• Michigan Department of Community Health: Continuing Education Credits for Michigan Nurses