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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a College Bursar in Michigan is $77,050 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.
However, a College Bursar's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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College Bursar Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $84,080 | $7,007 | $1,617 | $40 |
| Average | $77,050 | $6,421 | $1,482 | $37 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,900 | $5,242 | $1,210 | $30 |
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A College Bursar's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a College Bursar's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level College Bursar | $70,714 |
| Intermediate Level College Bursar | $71,770 |
| Senior Level College Bursar | $73,882 |
| Specialist Level College Bursar | $77,051 |
| Expert Level College Bursar | $79,674 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract College Bursars. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
College Bursar salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $79,515. While startup companies pay approximate $67,944.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $67,944 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $71,686 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $76,977 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $79,515 |
For College Bursar roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 8% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 8% above the average. Conversely, College Bursar positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view College Bursar as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government | $83,214 | $40.0 | 8% |
Understanding how a College Bursar's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $84,080 | $7,007 | $1,617 | $40 |
| Average | $77,050 | $6,421 | $1,482 | $37 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,900 | $5,242 | $1,210 | $30 |
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