Surgical ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Surgical ICU Nurse Salary
$56.66/hour
The average salary for a Surgical ICU Nurse in Wisconsin is $56.66 per hour. This is 10% higher than the US average of $50.90.
Last updated on October 10, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical ICU Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$56.66/hour
Wisconsin
10% higher than the US average.
$50.90/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical ICU Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Michigan ($52) and Illinois ($50). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $57 per hour — Missouri pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $52 | $62 |
| Michigan | $52 | $61 |
| Illinois | $50 | $54 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical ICU Nurse jobs in Wisconsin?
UW Health pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by CoreMedical Group Perm ($45). For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Surgical ICU Nurses is $57 per hour — UW Health pays 11% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UW Health | $50 | $50 |
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $45 | $45 |
Last updated on October 10, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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