Legislators Salary in Wisconsin
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Wisconsin
Legislators in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $57,300 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +27.9% vs the national median of $44,810. An estimated 660 legislators are employed across Wisconsin, with salaries ranging from $49,050 to $79,430 depending on location.
$57,300
Avg median salary in Wisconsin
$79,430
Highest paying metro
$49,050
Lowest paying metro
660
Employed in Wisconsin
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Legislators salaries by city in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison, WI | $79,430 | $48,900 | $79,430 | 50 |
| Racine, WI | $60,740 | $32,960 | $79,130 | 70 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $53,420 | $31,990 | $82,530 | 170 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin | $50,700 | $28,890 | $86,880 | 140 |
| South Central Wisconsin | $50,460 | $26,150 | $81,810 | 150 |
| Green Bay, WI | $49,050 | $30,590 | $84,900 | 80 |