Physicists Salary in Wisconsin
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Wisconsin
Physicists in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $162,875 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -2.1% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 160 physicists are employed across Wisconsin, with salaries ranging from $129,070 to $196,680 depending on location.
$162,875
Avg median salary in Wisconsin
$196,680
Highest paying metro
$129,070
Lowest paying metro
160
Employed in Wisconsin
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Physicists salaries by city in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | $196,680 | $141,280 | $212,990 | 80 |
| Madison, WI | $129,070 | $84,480 | $146,820 | 80 |