H-1B Data Engineer Salary in Michigan
Based on 454 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 454 certified Labor Condition Applications for Data Engineer roles across Michigan, the average certified wage is $102,872, with most offers between $85K and $117K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Michigan
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $61,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $79,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $99,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $119,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1252.00 in Michigan. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Michigan
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 84 | $96K |
| Dearborn | 70 | $110K |
| Grand Rapids | 31 | $101K |
| Farmington Hills | 28 | $90K |
| Novi | 26 | $99K |
Cities ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume within Michigan (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Data Engineers in Michigan
Ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Michigan
Michigan has a flat 4.25% state income tax; some cities add a local income tax.
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Salary figures aggregated directly from DOL LCA disclosure files (FY2022–2026), filtered to certified petitions with wages between $30K and $1M. Percentiles computed across 454 Data Engineer filings statewide in Michigan.