Salary Report for Michigan Forensic Psychologists
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Compare Michigan to U.S.
Michigan Forensic Psychologists earn an average of $74,810 which is 23% less than the national average salary of $98,010.
| Type | Michigan | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $35.97 | $47.12 | -23.66% |
| Average Annual Salary | $74,810 | $98,010 | -23.67% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Michigan, 50% of Forensic Psychologists earn between $42,270 and $101,340 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Forensic Psychologists earn more than $121,410, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Forensic Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Forensic Psychologists earn under $39,340, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Forensic Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 40 | Under $39,340 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 60 | $39,340 – $42,270 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 100 | $42,270 – $64,650 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 100 | $64,650 – $101,340 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 60 | $64,650 – $121,410 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 40 | Above $121,410 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Forensic Psychologists in Michigan psychologists earn about $79,551 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $98,010.
Cost-of-living in Michigan is 6% less than the national average, which means Michigan residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $74,810, Michigan Forensic Psychologists tend to earn less than Psychology Teachers ($83,670), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($81,940), and School Psychologists ($78,460).
However, Forensic Psychologists tend to earn more than Social Workers ($51,900), Substance Abuse Counselors ($52,670), Marriage and Family Therapists ($56,300), and Health Care Social Workers ($59,390).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers | $83,670 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $81,940 |
| School Psychologists | $78,460 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $74,810 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $59,390 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $56,300 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $52,670 |
| Social Workers | $51,900 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Michigan the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Social Workers (14,620), Substance Abuse Counselors (10,120) and Health Care Social Workers (6,570).
The three professions in Michigan needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (21.3%), Marriage and Family Therapists (14.3%) and Health Care Social Workers (12.1%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers | 13,050 | 14,620 | 12% | 1,420 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 8,340 | 10,120 | 21.3% | 1,020 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 5,860 | 6,570 | 12.1% | 640 |
| Psychology Teachers | 1,020 | 1,140 | 11.8% | 110 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 480 | 480 | 0% | 30 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 210 | 240 | 14.3% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by Michigan Cities
The average salary for Forensic Psychologists in Michigan is $74,810. The top cities that pay Forensic Psychologists the most are Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ($82,100), Lansing-East Lansing ($64,790) and Ann Arbor ($0).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Forensic Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ($84,561), Lansing-East Lansing ($69,331) and Ann Arbor ($0).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Forensic Psychologists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Forensic Psychologists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $82,100 | $84,561 | $2,461 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $64,790 | $69,331 | $4,541 |
Salary FAQ for Michigan Forensic Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn
Average Forensic Psychologists Salary: $82,100
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $84,561
Hourly Wage: $39.47
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.09
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Salary Report
Lansing-East Lansing
Average Forensic Psychologists Salary: $64,790
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $69,331
Hourly Wage: $31
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.45
Lansing-East Lansing Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Forensic Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data