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Network Engineer Salary in Wisconsin

The median network engineer salary in Wisconsin is $84,640 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $92,000.

Median Salary
$84,640
vs National
$-7,360
State Rank
#30 of 50
Cost of Living
92%

Network Engineer Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, an entry-level network engineer earns around $55,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,960 per year. The cost of living index in Wisconsin is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,200
$-4,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,480
$-7,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$126,960
$-11,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wisconsin

Percentile WI Salary
10th Percentile $51,520
25th Percentile $68,080
Median (50th) $84,640
75th Percentile $108,560
90th Percentile $133,400

Network Engineer Salary by City in Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for network engineers in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Network Engineer in Wisconsin

Education

Most network engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Wisconsin has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CiscoTCP/IPFirewallsVPNNetwork MonitoringCCNA/CCNP

Job Outlook in Wisconsin

Nationally, network engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Wisconsin's demand may vary based on local industry trends.