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When traveling for business in Michigan, here are the per diem rates you’re allowed for hotels, meals, and incidentals.
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Per Diem Rates for Lodging in Michigan
The General Services Administration set the per diem rates on a monthly basis for all destinations in Michigan. Here are the per diem rates that apply in Michigan when you travel there for business.
City | County | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Ann Arbor | Washtenaw | $125 | $125 | $125 | $146 | $146 | $146 | $146 | $146 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 |
Detroit | Wayne | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 | $152 |
Grand Rapids | Kent | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 | $119 |
Holland | Ottawa | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $157 | $157 | $157 | $157 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 |
Mackinac Island | Mackinac | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $195 | $195 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 |
Midland | Midland | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 | $120 |
Muskegon | Muskegon | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $149 | $149 | $149 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Petoskey | Emmet | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $220 | $220 | $220 | $171 | $171 | $116 | $116 |
Pontiac / Auburn Hills | Oakland | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 | $116 |
South Haven | Van Buren | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $142 | $142 | $142 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Per Diem Rates for Meals and Incidentals in Michigan
City | County | Lodging | Meals & Incidentals rate | Trip totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $73 | $183 |
Ann Arbor | Washtenaw | $134 | $85 | $219 |
Detroit | Wayne | $152 | $79 | $231 |
Grand Rapids | Kent | $119 | $85 | $204 |
Holland | Ottawa | $130 | $79 | $209 |
Mackinac Island | Mackinac | $133 | $91 | $224 |
Midland | Midland | $120 | $79 | $199 |
Muskegon | Muskegon | $120 | $73 | $193 |
Petoskey | Emmet | $151 | $91 | $242 |
Pontiac / Auburn Hills | Oakland | $116 | $85 | $201 |
South Haven | Van Buren | $118 | $73 | $191 |
Frequently visited states for business
Planning a business trip to Michigan
A trip within Michigan can have different lodging allowances depending on where the work takes place. Use the applicable city rate as a planning benchmark, then check your corporate travel policy before committing to a hotel or extending the stay.
Where business travelers stay in Michigan
For a trip involving Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor, travelers building an itinerary around a venue or arrival point can compare hotels near Huntington Place and hotels near Detroit airport with the per-diem rate for that market. Location, transfer time, and an early departure can matter as much as the nightly price.
Conferences, meetings, and company offsites
When an agenda combines client meetings, a conference, or an offsite in Michigan, choose the rate for the actual overnight location rather than a nearby market. Confirm the venue, airport, and hotel plan before the trip so attendees are working from the same assumptions.
Using per diem and documenting expenses
Per diem is an allowance framework, not a substitute for an employer’s rules. Treat each qualifying business expense according to your policy, retain supporting documentation when required, and submit an expense report with the business purpose and trip details your organization requests.
Top Industries:
- Automotive Manufacturing: Major hub for companies like General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, particularly in Detroit.
- Manufacturing: Includes machinery, aerospace components, and electronics.
- Agriculture: Significant producer of soybeans, corn, and cherries.
- Healthcare: Major hospitals and research institutions, including the University of Michigan Health System.
- Technology: Growing tech sector, with a focus on automotive technology and software.
- Tourism: Attractions include the Great Lakes, national parks, and cities like Detroit.
- Education: Home to major universities such as the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.
- Finance: Presence of major banks and financial services firms in Detroit.
- Energy: Includes traditional energy sources and growing investments in renewable energy.
- Retail: Includes a mix of local and national retailers, with Detroit being a major shopping hub.
Some of the Biggest Companies:
- General Motors (Detroit): Major automotive manufacturer producing cars, trucks, and SUVs.
- Ford Motor Company (Dearborn): Leading manufacturer of automobiles, with global operations.
- Stellantis (Auburn Hills): Major automaker producing a wide range of vehicles.
- Dow Inc. (Midland): Major chemical and materials science company.
- Lear Corporation (Southfield): Manufacturer of automotive seating and electrical systems.
- Michigan Medicine (Ann Arbor): Provides healthcare services through hospitals and clinics.
- Penske Corporation (Bloomfield Hills): Operates in automotive retail, logistics, and transportation.
- DTE Energy (Detroit): Provides electricity and natural gas services.
