Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,780 | $102,741 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.49 | $49.39 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $104,973.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $84,227 | $61,750 | $118,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in Wisconsin is $98,780, or about $47.49 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. Wisconsin is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in Wisconsin typically earn from $61,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 11,670 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $98,780, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.