Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $38,480 +1% vs national
Median hourly $18.50
10th percentile $28,060
90th percentile $56,670
Employed locally 1,890
National median $38,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,060
    25th
    $34,220
    50th (median)
    $38,480
    75th
    $46,370
    90th
    $56,670

    Top-paying metros for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $48,640
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $48,210
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $48,080
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $48,010
    Carson City, NV $47,900
    Portland-South Portland, ME $47,800

    Related occupations in South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $35,340
    Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $33,850
    First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers $44,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers $59,680
    Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation $45,230
    Tree Trimmers and Pruners $53,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers in South Central Wisconsin is $18.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.87 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers salaries?

    The median Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 1% above the national median of $38,090. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers in South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (10th percentile) earn around $28,060 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,220.