Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Salary in Michigan: $28,837 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Michigan's 53 metropolitan areas, the average median medical billing and coding specialist pay sits at $28,837/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2072. Because Michigan sits at BEA RPP 93.2 (7% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $30,941 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Ann Arbor ($36,204), Saginaw ($30,676), Midland ($30,189).
In Michigan, the average median salary for medical billing and coding specialists in 2026 is projected to be $28,838, which is approximately 5.0% lower than the national median of $30,349. The highest salaries in the state are found in Ann Arbor at $37,044, while Romulus offers the lowest at $26,135, resulting in a substantial salary gap of $10,909. This disparity is driven by various factors, including local demand for healthcare services, the cost of living in different cities, and the presence of educational institutions that may influence job availability and salary levels. In Michigan, state-specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws are relatively straightforward for this role, as certification from recognized institutions is often sufficient to enter the field. The ongoing demand for medical billing and coding specialists is supported by technological advancements in healthcare management and the steady growth of the healthcare sector. The job market outlook remains stable with an annual growth rate of 2.32% projected, indicating a steady increase in employment opportunities in this field. With 4,545 specialists currently employed in the state, there is potential for growth as healthcare systems continue to evolve and expand services throughout Michigan.
Michigan Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Michigan: $19,159 (lowest entry-level) to $49,138 (highest top earner)
Michigan vs National Average
Michigan medical billing and coding specialists earn 4.98% less than the national median ($-1,512/year difference).
Michigan Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Salary Distribution (2026)
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist salaries in Michigan range from $22,319 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $45,621 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $28,837. The Michigan median is $1,512 below the US national median of $30,349. The average hourly rate is $13.86/hr. Approximately 4,545 medical billing and coding specialists are employed across 53 cities.
2021 BLS Actual
$41,082
2025 BLS Actual
$28,184
2026 Current Est.
$28,837
2021–2027 Growth
+-28.2%
Salary Trajectory for Medical Billing and Coding Specialists in Michigan (2021–2027)
2021–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.32% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $41,082 | Actual |
| 2022 | $44,085 | Actual |
| 2023 | $48,551 | Actual |
| 2024 | $48,074 | Actual |
| 2025 | $28,184 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $28,837 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $29,506 | Projected |
Based on 5 years of BLS OEWS data for the Michigan metropolitan area, the median medical billing and coding specialist salary grew -31.4% from $41,082 (2021) to $28,184 (2025). At a 2.32% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $29,506 by 2027 — a total increase of $-11,576 (-28.18%) from 2021.
Note: Historical values (2021–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Michigan metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.32% CAGR derived from 5-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Michigan
Lowest Paying Cities in Michigan
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Romulus | $26,135 |
| Ypsilanti | $26,286 |
| Muskegon | $26,343 |
| Mount Pleasant | $26,362 |
| Flint | $26,521 |
Best Value Cities for Medical Billing and Coding Specialists in Michigan
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Michigan cities offer the most purchasing power for medical billing and coding specialists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $37,044 | 100.88 | $36,721 |
| Saginaw | $31,388 | 90.891 | $34,534 |
| Midland | $30,889 | 91.921 | $33,604 |
| Wyoming | $29,306 | 93.2 | $31,444 |
| Traverse City | $29,281 | 93.372 | $31,360 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Michigan
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $22,319 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $28,837 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $45,621 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Michigan metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 53 Cities in Michigan
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ann Arbor | $37,044 |
| 2 | Saginaw | $31,388 |
| 3 | Midland | $30,889 |
| 4 | Wyoming | $29,306 |
| 5 | Traverse City | $29,281 |
| 6 | Clinton Township | $29,221 |
| 7 | Grand Rapids | $28,948 |
| 8 | Sterling Heights | $28,853 |
| 9 | Niles | $28,694 |
| 10 | West Bloomfield | $28,562 |
| 11 | Shelby Township | $28,496 |
| 12 | Troy | $28,436 |
| 13 | Kentwood | $28,436 |
| 14 | Westland | $28,362 |
| 15 | Farmington Hills | $28,302 |
| 16 | Kalamazoo | $28,261 |
| 17 | Dearborn Heights | $28,239 |
| 18 | Southfield | $28,185 |
| 19 | Macomb Township | $28,125 |
| 20 | St. Clair Shores | $28,093 |
| 21 | Rochester Hills | $28,078 |
| 22 | Bay City | $28,054 |
| 23 | Taylor | $28,000 |
| 24 | Port Huron | $27,921 |
| 25 | Royal Oak | $27,914 |
| 26 | Lincoln Park | $27,894 |
| 27 | Jackson | $27,863 |
| 28 | Livonia | $27,838 |
| 29 | Lansing | $27,738 |
| 30 | Detroit | $27,732 |
| 31 | Canton | $27,630 |
| 32 | Novi | $27,621 |
| 33 | Auburn Hills | $27,594 |
| 34 | Dearborn | $27,589 |
| 35 | Waterford | $27,578 |
| 36 | Portage | $27,555 |
| 37 | Roseville | $27,528 |
| 38 | East Lansing | $27,504 |
| 39 | Warren | $27,491 |
| 40 | Garden City | $27,474 |
| 41 | Allen Park | $27,309 |
| 42 | Pontiac | $27,290 |
| 43 | Marquette | $27,218 |
| 44 | Inkster | $27,176 |
| 45 | Holland | $27,006 |
| 46 | Norton Shores | $26,985 |
| 47 | Ferndale | $26,819 |
| 48 | Battle Creek | $26,795 |
| 49 | Flint | $26,521 |
| 50 | Mount Pleasant | $26,362 |
| 51 | Muskegon | $26,343 |
| 52 | Ypsilanti | $26,286 |
| 53 | Romulus | $26,135 |
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Written by Amina Patel, CPC
Career Analyst
Amina has 10 years of experience in medical billing. She specializes in outpatient coding for multi-specialty practices.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.32% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 medical billing and coding specialist compensation across Michigan. State averages are employment-weighted across 53 metro areas — larger metro areas with more medical billing and coding specialistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 5-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.32%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for medical billing and coding specialists (SOC 29-2072).
Compiled and verified by Amina Patel, CPC, a licensed medical billing and coding specialist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov