Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $81,210 | $68,972 | +18% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.04 | $33.16 | +18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $86,302.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in Wisconsin is $81,210, or about $39.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. Wisconsin is +18% above the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in Wisconsin typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,210 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $81,210, Wisconsin offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.