Emergency Management Directors Salary in Milwaukee, WI

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

Median annual salary $90,780 +5.4% vs national
Median hourly $43.64
10th percentile $72,020
90th percentile $129,570
Employed locally 30
National median $86,130

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,020
    25th
    $75,110
    50th (median)
    $90,780
    75th
    $122,070
    90th
    $129,570

    Milwaukee economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $76,404 2023 • Census ACS
    Emergency Management Directors salary vs area income 119% Median Emergency Management Directors salary is 19% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Management Directors make per hour in Milwaukee?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Management Directors in Milwaukee, WI is $43.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.30 or more per hour.

    Is Milwaukee above or below average for Emergency Management Directors salaries?

    The median Emergency Management Directors salary in Milwaukee, WI is 5.4% above the national median of $86,130. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Emergency Management Directors in Milwaukee?

    Entry-level Emergency Management Directors (10th percentile) earn around $72,020 per year in Milwaukee, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,110.