Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$60.96/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Wisconsin is $60.96 per hour. This is 22% higher than the US average of $47.39.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$60.96/hour
Wisconsin
22% higher than the US average.
$47.39/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Only Madison, Wisconsin reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $62 per hour. Madison, Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Registered Nurses is $61 per hour — Madison, Wisconsin pays 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $62 | $65 |
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Only Missouri reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $49 per hour. Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Registered Nurses is $61 per hour — Missouri pays 20% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $49 | $50 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Wisconsin?
Only UW Health reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Registered Nurses is $61 per hour — UW Health pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UW Health | $50 | $50 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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