How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Wisconsin?
$79,120a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Wisconsin. That is $38.04 an hour or $6,593 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.04
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,730Median: $79,120Highest 10%: $115,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,730 | $22.95 | |
| 25th | $56,490 | $27.16 | |
| Median | $79,120 | $38.04 | |
| 75th | $96,660 | $46.47 | |
| 90th | $115,400 | $55.47 |
Cities in Wisconsin
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Madison, WI | $104,800 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $96,500 |
| Duluth, MN | $71,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 8. Colorado | $83,210 |
| 9. Maryland | $82,850 |
| 10. New Hampshire | $79,980 |
| 11. Wisconsin | $79,120 |
| 12. Washington | $78,940 |
| 13. District of Columbia | $78,890 |
| 14. New Mexico | $78,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Wisconsin?
The median hourly pay in Wisconsin is $38.04 ($79,120 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Wisconsin than the national average?
Yes: $79,120 against $77,640 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Wisconsin rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Wisconsin ranks 11 of 48 states.
Which city in Wisconsin pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Madison, WI, with a median of $104,800 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.