Progressive Care Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Progressive Care Nurse Salary
$60.03/hour
The average salary for a Progressive Care Nurse in Wisconsin is $60.03 per hour. This is 23% higher than the US average of $46.34.
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Progressive Care Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$60.03/hour
Wisconsin
23% higher than the US average.
$46.34/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Progressive Care Nurses?
Only Madison, Wisconsin reports pay data for Progressive 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 Progressive Care Nurses is $60 per hour — Madison, Wisconsin pays 3% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $62 | $65 |
How does the pay for Progressive Care Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Progressive Care Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Missouri ($47) and Michigan ($44). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Progressive Care Nurses is $60 per hour — Minnesota pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $63 | $70 |
| Missouri | $47 | $48 |
| Michigan | $44 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Progressive Care Nurse jobs in Wisconsin?
UW Health pays Progressive Care Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by TK Health ($45) and Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($42). UW Health also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Progressive Care Nurses is $60 per hour — UW Health pays 14% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UW Health | $51 | $59 |
| TK Health | $45 | $45 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $42 | $44 |
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $42 | $42 |
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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