Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,700 | $118,932 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.93 | $57.18 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $105,951.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $105,013 | $71,250 | $137,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Wisconsin is $99,700, or about $47.93 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Wisconsin is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Wisconsin typically earn from $71,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,550 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $99,700, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.