How much does a residential advisor make in Madison?
$44,170a year
Median yearly pay for residential advisors in the Madison, WI metro area. That is $21.24 an hour or $3,681 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.24
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 89 of 279
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,630Median: $44,170Highest 10%: $58,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,630 | $15.69 | |
| 25th | $39,990 | $19.23 | |
| Median | $44,170 | $21.24 | |
| 75th | $54,430 | $26.17 | |
| 90th | $58,480 | $28.12 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for residential advisors.
| Minneapolis, MN | $52,410 |
| Duluth, MN | $48,180 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $41,300 |
| Green Bay, WI | $40,050 |
Related jobs in Madison
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $58,250 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $50,620 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $48,720 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $47,310 |
| Animal Trainer | $41,130 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $39,020 |
| Skincare Specialist | $37,720 |
| Funeral Attendant | $36,570 |
| Hairdresser | $36,490 |
| Childcare Worker | $34,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a residential advisor make an hour in Madison?
The median hourly pay in the Madison, WI metro area is $21.24 ($44,170 a year).
Do residential advisors make more in Madison than the national average?
Yes: $44,170 against $42,240 nationally, 5% more.
How does Madison compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $41,690, so Madison pays 6% more.
Where does Madison rank for residential advisor pay?
89 of 279 metro areas with data.
How much does a residential advisor make starting out in Madison?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,630 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,480 or more.
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.