Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $133,490 | $149,469 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.18 | $71.86 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $141,860.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $123,500 | $71,250 | $156,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Wisconsin is $133,490, or about $64.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Wisconsin is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Wisconsin typically earn from $71,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,730 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $133,490, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.