H-1B Software Engineer Salary in Michigan
Based on 14,270 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 14,270 certified Labor Condition Applications for Software Engineer roles across Michigan, the average certified wage is $103,124, 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 | $60,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $78,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $97,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $116,000 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington Hills | 1,290 | $91K |
| Dearborn | 1,280 | $105K |
| Troy | 966 | $98K |
| Detroit | 961 | $100K |
| Novi | 723 | $101K |
Cities ranked by certified Software Engineer LCA volume within Michigan (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Software Engineers in Michigan
Ranked by certified Software 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 14,270 Software Engineer filings statewide in Michigan.