Power Plant Operators Salary in Wisconsin
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Wisconsin
Power Plant Operators in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $78,082 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -21.7% vs the national median of $99,670. An estimated 390 power plant operators are employed across Wisconsin, with salaries ranging from $58,070 to $118,490 depending on location.
$78,082
Avg median salary in Wisconsin
$118,490
Highest paying metro
$58,070
Lowest paying metro
390
Employed in Wisconsin
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Power Plant Operators salaries by city in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | $118,490 | $67,410 | $119,030 | 110 |
| Green Bay, WI | $77,240 | $60,650 | $108,690 | 40 |
| Western Wisconsin | $73,330 | $62,170 | $108,340 | 40 |
| Madison, WI | $73,300 | $62,410 | $106,520 | 100 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin | $68,060 | $56,790 | $97,920 | 50 |
| South Central Wisconsin | $58,070 | $56,510 | $62,610 | 50 |