Therapist Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Therapist Salary
$50.50/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Wisconsin is $50.50 per hour. This is 7% lower than the US average of $54.02.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$50.50/hour
Wisconsin
7% lower than the US average.
$54.02/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Therapists?
Madison, Wisconsin pays Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Racine, Wisconsin ($46) and Milwaukee, Wisconsin ($45). Madison, Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $67. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Madison, Wisconsin pays 8% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $55 | $67 |
| Racine, Wisconsin | $46 | $53 |
| Milwaukee, Wisconsin | $45 | $54 |
| Green Bay, Wisconsin | $36 | $54 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Wisconsin?
Occupational Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Wisconsin, averaging $54 per hour, followed by Physical Therapist ($53) and Speech Language Pathologist ($47). Occupational Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $64. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Occupational Therapist earns 8% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | $54 | $64 |
| Physical Therapist | $53 | $60 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $47 | $54 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $34 | $36 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Therapists the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Missouri ($58) and Ohio ($54). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Minnesota pays 40% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $70 | $73 |
| Missouri | $58 | $65 |
| Ohio | $54 | $58 |
| Illinois | $54 | $63 |
| Michigan | $50 | $58 |
| Iowa | $50 | $58 |
| South Dakota | $48 | $55 |
| Kentucky | $40 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Wisconsin?
UW Health pays Therapists the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($41) and Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($40). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Therapists is $50 per hour — UW Health pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UW Health | $48 | $54 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $56 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $40 | $48 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $32 | $44 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist
- Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing
- Mauston, WI
- 5x8 hrs
$138K/year
approximately $66/hrRehabilitation Therapist
- UW Health
- Madison, WI
- Sign-On Bonus
$110K-153K/year
Director - Physical Therapist
- PT Solutions Physical Therapy
- Appleton, WI
$100K-130K/year
Occupational Therapist
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Libertyville
- Mukwonago, WI
$48-64/hour
Occupational Therapist
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Libertyville
- East Troy, WI
$48-64/hour
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