Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $97,580 | $104,968 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.91 | $50.47 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $103,698.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $91,200 | $61,750 | $137,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Wisconsin is $97,580, or about $46.91 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Wisconsin is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Wisconsin typically earn from $61,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 21,610 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $97,580, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.