Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $95,530 | $98,331 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.93 | $47.27 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,520.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $81,767 | $61,750 | $99,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin is $95,530, or about $45.93 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Wisconsin is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Wisconsin typically earn from $61,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 68,060 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $95,530, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.