Travel Nurse Tax Guide: Michigan
2026 income tax rates, reciprocity agreements, and tools to calculate your real take-home pay.
State Income Tax
Only your taxable hourly wages are subject to Michiganstate income tax. Tax-free stipends (housing, M&IE) are excluded.
Reciprocity Agreements
If you live in one of these states and your only Michigan income is wages, you pay income tax only to your home state — not Michigan:
Give your agency the appropriate exemption form to stop withholding in the assignment state.
Calculate Your Take-Home in Michigan
Common Questions
Does Michigan have a state income tax?
Yes. Michigan taxes wage income at 4.25% flat for 2026.
Does Michigan have tax reciprocity with other states?
Yes. If you live in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin, you may only owe income tax to your home state on wages earned in Michigan. File the appropriate exemption form with your agency.
How do travel nurse stipends work in Michigan?
Tax-free housing and M&IE stipends are not subject to Michigan state income tax, as long as you maintain a valid tax home. Only your taxable hourly wages count toward Michigan income tax.
Rates reflect 2026 tax year. Tax estimates are for informational purposes only — not tax advice. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.