Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $90,630 | $98,562 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $43.57 | $47.39 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $96,312.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $88,113 | $61,750 | $118,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Web Developer in Wisconsin is $90,630, or about $43.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Web Developers is $98,562. Wisconsin is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level web developers in Wisconsin typically earn from $61,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,180 web developer jobs on record and a median salary of $90,630, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.