Fish and Game Wardens Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $76,380 +12% vs national
Median hourly $36.72
10th percentile $61,530
90th percentile $89,110
Employed locally 30
National median $68,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,530
    25th
    $61,530
    50th (median)
    $76,380
    75th
    $89,110
    90th
    $89,110

    Top-paying metros for Fish and Game Wardens

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington $115,400
    Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area $102,990
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $102,990
    Indiana $99,990
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $95,480
    California $94,990

    Related occupations in Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $72,050
    Firefighters $46,700
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $63,670
    Security Guards $35,920
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $92,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $82,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Fish and Game Wardens make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Fish and Game Wardens in Western Wisconsin is $36.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.84 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Fish and Game Wardens salaries?

    The median Fish and Game Wardens salary in Western Wisconsin is 12% above the national median of $68,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Fish and Game Wardens in Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Fish and Game Wardens (10th percentile) earn around $61,530 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,530.