How much does an english language and literature teacher make in Wisconsin?
$80,800a year
Median yearly pay for english language and literature teachers in Wisconsin. That is $38.85 an hour or $6,733 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.85
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,540Median: $80,800Highest 10%: $127,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,540 | $29.11 | |
| 25th | $66,330 | $31.89 | |
| Median | $80,800 | $38.85 | |
| 75th | $101,400 | $48.73 | |
| 90th | $127,900 | $61.50 |
Cities in Wisconsin
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Madison, WI | $104,200 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $85,180 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $84,250 |
| Duluth, MN | $76,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for english language and literature teachers.
| 13. Maryland | $83,760 |
| 14. Alaska | $82,770 |
| 15. District of Columbia | $82,300 |
| 16. Wisconsin | $80,800 |
| 17. Pennsylvania | $80,670 |
| 18. Washington | $79,840 |
| 19. Iowa | $79,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an english language and literature teacher make an hour in Wisconsin?
The median hourly pay in Wisconsin is $38.85 ($80,800 a year).
Do english language and literature teachers make more in Wisconsin than the national average?
Yes: $80,800 against $78,760 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Wisconsin rank for english language and literature teacher pay?
Wisconsin ranks 16 of 49 states.
Which city in Wisconsin pays english language and literature teachers the most?
Madison, WI, with a median of $104,200 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.