Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$56.88/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Wisconsin is $56.88 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $48.51.
Last updated on October 10, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$56.88/hour
Wisconsin
15% higher than the US average.
$48.51/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Surgical Stepdown Nurses?
Only Madison, Wisconsin reports pay data for Surgical 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 Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $57 per hour — Madison, Wisconsin pays 9% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $62 | $65 |
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Michigan pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Missouri ($50). Michigan also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $57 per hour — Michigan pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | $52 | $61 |
| Missouri | $50 | $58 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in Wisconsin?
UW Health pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by CoreMedical Group Perm ($45). For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Surgical Stepdown 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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