Urban and Regional Planners Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $86,530 +3.4% vs national
Median hourly $41.60
10th percentile $38,750
90th percentile $97,980
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,750
    25th
    $55,960
    50th (median)
    $86,530
    75th
    $93,600
    90th
    $97,980

    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

    Related occupations in South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$79,260
    Food Science Technicians$50,040
    Conservation Scientists$74,960
    School Psychologists$76,040
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$48,930
    Chemists$68,420

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in South Central Wisconsin is $41.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.11 or more per hour.

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

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in South Central Wisconsin is 3.4% above 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $38,750 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,960.