Michigan Taxes & Wages in 2026
Michigan has a flat state income tax of 4.25%, a statewide sales tax of 6%, and a 2026 minimum wage of $13.73/hour. Here is the at-a-glance picture, with sources.
Income Tax
Michigan uses a flat rate of 4.25% on all taxable income — the same rate whether you earn $30,000 or $300,000.
Sales Tax
The statewide sales tax is 6%. Cities and counties add local option taxes — combined rates commonly run 1.5–3 percentage points higher than the state rate.
2026 Minimum Wage
$13.73/hour (tipped minimum 5.49). $15.00 scheduled 1/1/2027
Tax Filing Notes
File the Michigan state return in addition to your federal return. The flat rate applies to federal taxable income with state-specific adjustments.
How Michigan compares
Michigan 2026 — FAQ
What is the 2026 minimum wage in Michigan?
Is Michigan income tax high or low compared to other states?
Do local taxes add to these rates?
Sources: Tax Foundation — State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets 2026; U.S. DOL/WHD state minimum wage tables (Paylocity/Gusto 2026 editions); state revenue agencies. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026. Educational reference — verify current rates with the Michigan revenue department before relying on them.