Salary Overview for Wisconsin
The median individual income in Wisconsin is $36,070 per year, while the mean (average) individual income is $46,280. The median household income is $72,458.
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
Wisconsin's cost of living index is 93 (national average = 100). This means the median salary of $36,070 in Wisconsin has the purchasing power of approximately $38,785 at the national average cost of living. Your dollar goes further in Wisconsin than in most states.
Minimum Wage in Wisconsin
The current minimum wage in Wisconsin is $7.25/hour, which equals approximately $15,080 per year for a full-time worker (40 hours/week, 52 weeks). See our complete Wisconsin minimum wage guide for tipped wages, scheduled increases, and more.
Top Employers in Wisconsin
- Aurora Health Care
- Epic Systems
- Marshfield Clinic
Major Industries in Wisconsin
- Manufacturing
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
Tax Rates in Wisconsin
See the full tax breakdown including income tax, sales tax, property tax, and more on our Wisconsin tax rates page.
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