As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Developmental Therapist in Lansing, MI is $77,355, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,488 weekly, or $6,446 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Developmental Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Developmental Therapist in Lansing, MI vary widely, spanning from $60,488 to $96,914. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,526) and 75th percentile ($87,593), while top earners (90th percentile) make $96,914 per year. This $19,067 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Billing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Lansing Developmental Therapist often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Lansing currently ranks 473 statewide for Developmental Therapist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Developmental Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $60,488 Lansing, MI May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $68,526 Lansing, MI May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $77,355 Lansing, MI May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $87,593 Lansing, MI May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $96,914 Lansing, MI May 01, 2026
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    Developmental Therapist

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Lansing, Michigan    Lansing /ˈlænsɪŋ/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is mostly in Ingham County, although portions of the city extend west into Eaton Co....More

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