Urban and Regional Planners Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $65,440 -21.8% vs national
Median hourly $31.46
10th percentile $36,400
90th percentile $124,140
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,400
    25th
    $36,400
    50th (median)
    $65,440
    75th
    $98,410
    90th
    $124,140

    Top-paying metros for Urban and Regional Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $133,380
    District of Columbia $129,750
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $129,400
    Vallejo, CA $122,550
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $121,940
    Napa, CA $121,750

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Foresters$64,960
    Conservation Scientists$74,250
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$78,400
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$52,620
    Chemists$72,020
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$66,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Urban and Regional Planners make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in Northeastern Wisconsin is $31.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.00 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Urban and Regional Planners salaries?

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 21.8% below the national median of $83,720. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Urban and Regional Planners in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $36,400 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,400.