Registered Nurses Salary in Wisconsin
Median annual wage in Wisconsin: $95,530 -2.1% vs national
Wisconsin vs United States
| Wisconsin | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $95,530 | $97,550 |
| Median hourly | $45.93 | $46.90 |
| Employment | 68,060 | 3,379,720 |
| Location quotient | 1.06 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Wisconsin) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Reading the data
Employment density in Wisconsin is 1.06x the national average — a above-average concentration of these roles in the local economy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average registered nurses salary in Wisconsin?
The median annual wage in Wisconsin is $95,530 ($45.93 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Wisconsin compare to the national average for registered nurses?
The Wisconsin median of $95,530 is 2.1% lower than the U.S. median of $97,550.
How many registered nurses work in Wisconsin?
Approximately 68,060 are employed in Wisconsin, per BLS OES.