Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Stepdown Nurse Salary
$61.01/hour
The average salary for a Stepdown Nurse in Wisconsin is $61.01 per hour. This is 19% higher than the US average of $49.21.
Last updated on September 30, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Stepdown Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$61.01/hour
Wisconsin
19% higher than the US average.
$49.21/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Stepdown Nurses?
Only Madison, Wisconsin reports pay data for Stepdown 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 |
Last updated on September 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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