Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $79,400 | $86,427 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.17 | $41.55 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $84,378.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $75,886 | $52,250 | $99,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Accountant in Wisconsin is $79,400, or about $38.17 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Accountants is $86,427. Wisconsin is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level accountants in Wisconsin typically earn from $52,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 25,100 accountant jobs on record and a median salary of $79,400, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.