Construction Managers Salary in Milwaukee, WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI

Median annual salary $111,300 +4% vs national
Median hourly $53.51
10th percentile $72,890
90th percentile $169,410
Employed locally 1,510
National median $106,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,890
    25th
    $94,910
    50th (median)
    $111,300
    75th
    $138,480
    90th
    $169,410

    Milwaukee economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $76,404 2023 • Census ACS
    Construction Managers salary vs area income 146% Median Construction Managers salary is 46% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Construction Managers make per hour in Milwaukee?

    The median hourly wage for Construction Managers in Milwaukee, WI is $53.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.25 or more per hour.

    Is Milwaukee above or below average for Construction Managers salaries?

    The median Construction Managers salary in Milwaukee, WI is 4% above the national median of $106,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Construction Managers in Milwaukee?

    Entry-level Construction Managers (10th percentile) earn around $72,890 per year in Milwaukee, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,910.