Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,960 | $71,125 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.79 | $34.19 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,845.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in Wisconsin is $61,960, or about $29.79 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. Wisconsin is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in Wisconsin typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 14,460 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $61,960, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.