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Accountant Salary in Madison, Wisconsin

The median accountant salary in Madison, WI is $79,880 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 8.7% above the Wisconsin state average.

City Median
$79,880
vs State Avg
+$6,390
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Accountant Salary in Madison by Experience

In Madison, an entry-level accountant earns around $52,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $120,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$80,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$120,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Madison, WI

Percentile Madison
10th Percentile $50,400
25th Percentile $62,700
Median (50th) $79,880
75th Percentile $102,400
90th Percentile $132,800

Accountant Salary in Other Wisconsin Cities

Milwaukee, WI
$73,490
Pop. 577,222
Kenosha, WI
$71,892
Pop. 99,986
Green Bay, WI
$70,294
Pop. 107,395
Racine, WI
$68,697
Pop. 77,816

How to Become a Accountant in Madison

Education

Most accountant positions require a bachelor's degree. Madison and the surrounding Wisconsin area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

GAAPTax PreparationFinancial AnalysisQuickBooksExcelAuditing

Job Outlook

Nationally, accountant employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Madison may vary based on local industry and population growth.