Urban and Regional Planners Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $76,060 -9.1% vs national
Median hourly $36.57
10th percentile $46,190
90th percentile $119,410
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,190
    25th
    $59,840
    50th (median)
    $76,060
    75th
    $100,270
    90th
    $119,410

    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
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$75,050
    Conservation Scientists$69,120
    School Psychologists$74,530
    Foresters$64,000
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$62,140
    Agricultural Technicians$45,660

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in Western Wisconsin is $36.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in Western Wisconsin is 9.1% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $46,190 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,840.