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Game Developer Salary in Kenosha, Wisconsin

The median game developer salary in Kenosha, WI is $76,500 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 2.2% below the Wisconsin state average.

City Median
$76,500
vs State Avg
$-1,700
vs National
$-8,500
Cost of Living
90%

Game Developer Salary in Kenosha by Experience

In Kenosha, an entry-level game developer earns around $45,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $133,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$45,000
$-5,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$78,300
$-8,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$133,200
$-14,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kenosha, WI

Percentile Kenosha
10th Percentile $43,200
25th Percentile $58,500
Median (50th) $76,500
75th Percentile $108,000
90th Percentile $139,500

Game Developer Salary in Other Wisconsin Cities

Madison, WI
$85,000
Pop. 269,840
Milwaukee, WI
$78,200
Pop. 577,222
Green Bay, WI
$74,800
Pop. 107,395
Racine, WI
$73,100
Pop. 77,816

How to Become a Game Developer in Kenosha

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Kenosha and the surrounding Wisconsin area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Kenosha may vary based on local industry and population growth.