Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$57.75/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin is $57.75 per hour. This is 34% higher than the US average of $38.27.
Last updated on November 11, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$57.75/hour
Wisconsin
34% higher than the US average.
$38.27/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $59 | $64 |
| Hudson, Wisconsin | $41 | $53 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Wisconsin?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Wisconsin?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Intermediate Care | $59 | $64 |
| Neuro ICU | $59 | $64 |
| Float | $59 | $64 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $59 | $64 |
| Med Surg | $59 | $64 |
| PCU - Progressive Care Unit | $58 | $64 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $48 | $58 |
| Ohio | $43 | $50 |
| Missouri | $42 | $55 |
| Michigan | $41 | $46 |
| Minnesota | $39 | $50 |
| North Dakota | $32 | $40 |
| Iowa | $29 | $38 |
| South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Wisconsin?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Wisconsin?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UW Health | $49 | $53 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $44 | $49 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $42 | $44 |
Last updated on November 11, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- UW Health
- MADISON, WI
$104K-155K/year
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- UW Health
- MIDDLETON, WI
$96K-144K/year
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
Staff Position
Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- UW Health
- MADISON, WI
$96K-144K/year
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hematology / Oncology
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hematology / Oncology
- UW Health
- MADISON, WI
$89K-133K/year
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Staff Position
Charge Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- UW Health
- MADISON, WI
$43-64/hour
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