Buyers and Purchasing Agents Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $67,910 -10.2% vs national
Median hourly $32.65
10th percentile $48,770
90th percentile $98,800
Employed locally 600
National median $75,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,770
    25th
    $58,460
    50th (median)
    $67,910
    75th
    $80,410
    90th
    $98,800

    Top-paying metros for Buyers and Purchasing Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Lexington Park, MD $105,810
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $103,560
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $102,140
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $99,200
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $99,200

    Related occupations in South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$74,820
    Human Resources Specialists$63,740
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$57,460
    Project Management Specialists$85,650
    Training and Development Specialists$61,820
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$62,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Buyers and Purchasing Agents make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in South Central Wisconsin is $32.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.05 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Buyers and Purchasing Agents salaries?

    The median Buyers and Purchasing Agents salary in South Central Wisconsin is 10.2% below the national median of $75,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Buyers and Purchasing Agents (10th percentile) earn around $48,770 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,460.