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Biological Scientists, All Other average salary by city in Michigan
- Grand Rapids$107,320
- Detroit$89,290
- Ann Arbor$87,720
- Lansing$80,640
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | $107,320 | $111,150 | $69,700 | $78,492 | 96 |
| Detroit | $89,290 | $84,260 | $67,170 | $66,093 | 100 |
| Ann Arbor | $87,720 | $71,880 | $63,670 | $67,059 | 101 |
| Lansing | $80,640 | $67,860 | $67,860 | $61,631 | 95 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Grand Rapids's local income tax (1.5%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-1029.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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