Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for commercial and industrial designers is $49.12 an hour ($102,160 a year). About 2,930 people work in this job there.
That is 22% higher than the U.S. median ($83,910). Michigan ranks 2nd of 41 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for commercial and industrial designers in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.96 | $49,830 |
| 25% of workers | $33.32 | $69,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.12 | $102,160 |
| 75% of workers | $60.08 | $124,960 |
| 90% of workers | $66.27 | $137,850 |
Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $108,180 | 1,760 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $80,160 | 50 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $80,150 | 40 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $79,410 | 340 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for commercial and industrial designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 2,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineers | $104,890 |
| Industrial Engineers | $101,680 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $68,170 |
| Mechanical Drafters | $72,280 |
| Materials Engineers | $94,050 |
| Model Makers, Metal and Plastic | $60,540 |
| Graphic Designers | $57,350 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $36,710 |
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