Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,350 +18.6% vs national
Median hourly $33.34
10th percentile $53,640
90th percentile $77,710
Employed locally 30
National median $58,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,640
    25th
    $66,410
    50th (median)
    $69,350
    75th
    $77,710
    90th
    $77,710

    Top-paying metros for Bridge and Lock Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington $75,920
    Lafayette, LA $75,340
    Upper Peninsula of Michigan nonmetropolitan area $74,180
    St. Louis, MO-IL $74,090
    Mississippi $73,240
    Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area $73,240

    Related occupations in Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $57,580
    Stockers and Order Fillers $38,130
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $40,790
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $55,190
    Bus Drivers, School $49,030
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $64,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bridge and Lock Tenders make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Bridge and Lock Tenders in Western Wisconsin is $33.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.36 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Bridge and Lock Tenders salaries?

    The median Bridge and Lock Tenders salary in Western Wisconsin is 18.6% above the national median of $58,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bridge and Lock Tenders in Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Bridge and Lock Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $53,640 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,410.