Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $134,870 | $146,653 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.84 | $70.51 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $143,326.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $128,402 | $71,250 | $166,250 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Wisconsin is $134,870, or about $64.84 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Wisconsin is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Wisconsin typically earn from $71,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 10,480 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $134,870, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.