How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Wisconsin?
$85,870a year
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Wisconsin. That is $41.28 an hour or $7,156 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.28
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,110Median: $85,870Highest 10%: $135,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,110 | $29.38 | |
| 25th | $69,320 | $33.33 | |
| Median | $85,870 | $41.28 | |
| 75th | $108,000 | $51.91 | |
| 90th | $135,700 | $65.23 |
Cities in Wisconsin
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $125,600 |
| Madison, WI | $108,000 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $72,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 30. Alaska | $94,380 |
| 31. North Carolina | $91,560 |
| 32. North Dakota | $91,560 |
| 33. Wisconsin | $85,870 |
| 34. Connecticut | $85,110 |
| 35. Texas | $84,990 |
| 36. Virginia | $83,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Wisconsin?
The median hourly pay in Wisconsin is $41.28 ($85,870 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Wisconsin than the national average?
No: $85,870 against $99,070 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Wisconsin rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
Wisconsin ranks 33 of 47 states.
Which city in Wisconsin pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $125,600 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.