Nursing Home Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin

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Average Nursing Home Nurse Salary

$59.51/hour

The average salary for a Nursing Home Nurse in Wisconsin is $59.51 per hour. This is 18% higher than the US average of $48.71.

Last updated on October 30, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Nursing Home Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages

$59.51/hour

Wisconsin

18% higher than the US average.

$48.71/hour

United States

How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?

Minnesota pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Illinois ($54) and Iowa ($46). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Registered Nurses is $60 per hour — Minnesota pays 4% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Minnesota	$57	$60
Illinois	$54	$59
Iowa	$46	$50
Ohio	$46	$51
Michigan	$45	$48
Kentucky	$43	$46
South Dakota	$42	$43

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nursing Home Nurse jobs in Wisconsin?

UW Health pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $59 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($49). For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Registered Nurses is $60 per hour — UW Health pays 1% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
UW Health	$59	$59
Perm Staff Jobs	$49	$49

Last updated on October 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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