Dermatologist Salary in Michigan (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Dermatologists in Michigan, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Michigan Median
$414,910
per year
Hourly Rate
$199.48
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+26% vs US median
US median $328,730
State Rank
#12 of 26
state estimate

How much does a Dermatologist make in Michigan?

A Dermatologist working in Michigan earns a median salary of $414,910 per year, or about $199.48 per hour. That is 26% above the national median of $328,730 for this occupation.

Within Michigan, entry-level pay starts around $103,490 while the top 10% make $519,590 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $207,000 and $472,440 a year.

Dermatologist salary range in Michigan

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$103,490$49.75
25th percentile (early career)$207,000$99.52
50th percentile (median)$414,910$199.48
75th percentile (experienced)$472,440$227.13
90th percentile (top earners)$519,590$249.80

How Michigan compares

Michigan ranks 12th out of 26 states and territories for Dermatologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Minnesota$625,790
2Washington$526,170
3New Hampshire$516,230
4Maryland$442,210
5Delaware$442,120

Working as a Dermatologist in Michigan

Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Dermatologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Michigan pay ($414,910) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Dermatologist make in Michigan?
The median Dermatologist salary in Michigan is $414,910 per year, or about $199.48 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $103,490 at the entry level to $519,590 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Michigan pay compare to the national average?
Michigan pays Dermatologists about 26% more than the national median of $328,730. Michigan ranks 12th out of 26 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Michigan a good state for Dermatologists?
Yes on pay — Michigan pays above the national median for this occupation, at $414,910 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Michigan?
The highest-paying occupations in Michigan include Radiologist ($485,920), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($428,570), Cardiologist ($419,030), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.