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Software Engineer Salary in Wisconsin

The median software engineer salary in Wisconsin is $114,264 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$114,264

vs National

$-9,936

State Rank

#30 of 50

Cost of Living

92%

Software Engineer Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, an entry-level software engineer earns around $71,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $170,200 per year. The cost of living index in Wisconsin is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$71,760

$-6,240 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$115,000

$-10,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$170,200

$-14,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wisconsin

Percentile	WI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$68,632	$74,600	$-5,968
25th Percentile	$90,344	$98,200	$-7,856
Median (50th)	$114,264	$124,200	$-9,936
75th Percentile	$145,544	$158,200	$-12,656
90th Percentile	$182,694	$198,580	$-15,886

Major Cities for Software Engineers in Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for software engineers in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Milwaukee, WI