How much does workers' comp pay in Michigan?
- Michigan pays 80% of after-tax average weekly wage, using agency tables based on filing status and dependents — not 80% of gross pay.
- The weekly maximum is $1,201 for 2026 injuries and $1,164 for 2025.
- There is no minimum for ordinary wage-loss benefits.
- Enter your after-tax AWW.
Official-source review: . General guidance, not legal advice.
Calculate Michigan ordinary total-disability pay
Estimated weekly TTD
$960.00
Assumes full temporary disability and a correct AWW. Does not establish eligibility, apply waiting periods or offsets, or model partial disability.
Michigan permanent-award rules: what actually drives the payout
- Michigan has no permanent partial disability award based on an impairment rating.
- Specific-loss benefits are paid for amputation or total loss of use of listed parts — arm 269 weeks, hand 215, leg 215, foot 162, eye 162 — at 80% of after-tax AWW within the weekly maximum.
- For 2026 specific losses the minimum is $333.47.
- Other disabilities are paid by wage loss, not a percentage.
Medical impairment, legal disability and loss of earning capacity are different measurements. Use the established award category and applicable rate before doing dollar arithmetic. Do not borrow a rating from Social Security, the VA or another state.
| Award basis | Full-loss / full-person weeks |
|---|---|
| Arm – total loss | 269 |
| Hand – total loss | 215 |
| Leg – total loss | 215 |
| Foot – total loss | 162 |
| Eye – total loss | 162 |
How to evaluate a Michigan settlement
- A Michigan settlement (redemption) is approved by a workers' compensation magistrate, ordinarily only after six months from the injury.
- A full redemption closes future wage and medical benefits.
- The order becomes final unless review is requested or ordered within 15 days.
- Check the wage worksheet, award classification, rating evidence and unpaid benefits.
- Identify exactly which medical conditions, future treatment and wage-loss rights are released.
- Separate gross value from prior payments, approved fees, liens and other adjustments.
- Review Medicare and Social Security coordination when relevant; a medical allocation is not an automatic settlement multiplier.
Michigan workers' compensation rates by injury date
Dated rate history from official Michigan sources, reviewed . Looking for employer premiums? See workers' comp insurance cost by state.
| Injury period | Weekly maximum | Minimum basis |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 – December 31, 2026 | $1,201.00 | No fixed TTD minimum modeled |
| January 1 – December 31, 2025 | $1,164.00 | No fixed TTD minimum modeled |
Michigan amounts are 80% of after-tax wages. Specific-loss minimums are $333.47 (2026) and $323.06 (2025); ordinary wage-loss benefits have no minimum.
Reporting, filing and official sources
- Notify your employer within 90 days of the injury or of learning about it; late notice is excused unless the employer proves prejudice.
- A claim ordinarily must be made within two years, subject to later-manifestation and other statutory triggers.
Michigan benefit questions
How much does workers' comp pay in Michigan?+
Michigan pays 80% of after-tax average weekly wage, using agency tables based on filing status and dependents — not 80% of gross pay. The weekly maximum is $1,201 for 2026 injuries and $1,164 for 2025. There is no minimum for ordinary wage-loss benefits. Enter your after-tax AWW.
How do permanent disability benefits work in Michigan?+
Michigan has no permanent partial disability award based on an impairment rating. Specific-loss benefits are paid for amputation or total loss of use of listed parts — arm 269 weeks, hand 215, leg 215, foot 162, eye 162 — at 80% of after-tax AWW within the weekly maximum. For 2026 specific losses the minimum is $333.47. Other disabilities are paid by wage loss, not a percentage.
Can a Michigan settlement close future medical care?+
A Michigan settlement (redemption) is approved by a workers' compensation magistrate, ordinarily only after six months from the injury. A full redemption closes future wage and medical benefits. The order becomes final unless review is requested or ordered within 15 days.
What are the reporting and filing deadlines in Michigan?+
Notify your employer within 90 days of the injury or of learning about it; late notice is excused unless the employer proves prejudice. A claim ordinarily must be made within two years, subject to later-manifestation and other statutory triggers.
Does Michigan's 80% mean 80% of my paycheck?+
It means 80% of after-tax average weekly wage, calculated from agency tables using filing status and dependents. It is not 80% of gross wages, and it cannot exceed the injury-year maximum.
What is a 10% impairment rating worth in Michigan?+
An impairment rating alone does not create a Michigan cash award. Michigan pays specific-loss benefits for amputation or total loss of use and wage-loss benefits for other disability.
Is there a minimum Michigan workers' comp check?+
Ordinary wage-loss benefits have no minimum. Specific-loss benefits do: $333.47 a week for 2026 and $323.06 for 2025.
How long does a Michigan redemption take?+
A magistrate ordinarily cannot approve a redemption until six months after the injury. After the order, there is a 15-day review window before it becomes final.
Does surgery guarantee a larger Michigan settlement?+
No. Surgery can change treatment costs, restrictions and medical evidence, but there is no automatic surgery multiplier. Permanent disability must be established under the applicable rules. Compare the benefits released and future care needs, not just the procedure name.
Are Michigan workers' comp benefits taxable?+
Benefits paid under a workers' compensation law for an occupational injury or illness are generally excluded from federal income tax. Returned-to-work wages, retirement payments and Social Security offsets can have different tax treatment. Review IRS Publication 525 and seek tax advice for the agreement's allocations.
Can I receive pain and suffering through Michigan workers' comp?+
Workers' compensation generally does not award pain and suffering. A separate claim against a responsible third party may allow different damages, but employer immunity and reimbursement rights need separate legal review.
When should I compare a Michigan settlement offer?+
Compare an offer after understanding the wage calculation, medical condition, permanent-award category, unpaid benefits and rights released. There is no guaranteed settlement timeline. A bigger lump sum may be worse if it transfers expensive future treatment to you.
Where can I verify my Michigan benefit rate?+
Use the official agency resources linked on this page and the written rate calculation in your claim. Injury date, benefit category, wage records and applicable limits matter. An entered rate is not independently verified by this calculator.
These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.