191 Jobs That Pay Over $75K in Wisconsin (2024)

There are 191 occupations in Wisconsin with a median salary above $75K per year. The highest-paying is Pediatricians, General at $239,060/year. Based on 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024

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191
Jobs Over $75K

$239,060

#1: Pediatricians, General

$98,805

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

529,630

Workers in These Jobs

All 191 Jobs Paying Over $75K in Wisconsin

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Pediatricians, General	$239,060	$255,960	510
2	Nurse Anesthetists	$237,320	$247,160	950
3	Chief Executives	$206,810	$260,260	3,920
4	Dentists, All Other Specialists	$199,990	$205,160	70
5	Orthodontists	$195,910	$249,760	60
6	Podiatrists	$171,290	$187,870	230
7	Dentists, General	$170,850	$179,260	2,300
8	Physicists	$156,190	$160,470	160
9	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$150,700	$130,800	40
10	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$143,570	$155,530	6,790
11	Pharmacists	$139,630	$139,980	5,250
12	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$136,800	$141,590	4,410
13	Optometrists	$136,630	$143,750	920
14	Sales Managers	$134,120	$149,480	6,340
15	Database Architects	$134,020	$130,180	410
16	Financial Managers	$133,430	$150,570	11,150
17	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$132,240	$144,480	320
18	Nurse Midwives	$131,020	$128,550	140
19	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$130,060	$132,080	90
20	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$129,990	$147,960	N/A
21	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$129,340	$137,700	1,040
22	Marketing Managers	$129,340	$144,530	2,550
23	Human Resources Managers	$128,830	$140,730	3,330
24	Physician Assistants	$128,580	$127,770	3,340
25	Medical Dosimetrists	$128,080	$127,560	60
26	Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers	$126,920	$140,040	50
27	Nurse Practitioners	$126,910	$128,330	5,210
28	Power Distributors and Dispatchers	$124,910	$115,710	120
29	Medical and Health Services Managers	$124,450	$148,460	5,520
30	Nuclear Engineers	$122,160	$116,230	70
31	Purchasing Managers	$121,880	$126,030	1,300
32	Natural Sciences Managers	$121,620	$131,790	1,140
33	Fundraising Managers	$119,450	$143,580	240
34	Training and Development Managers	$118,680	$125,770	420
35	General and Operations Managers	$117,070	$141,910	35,130
36	Psychologists, All Other	$114,340	$116,640	770
37	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay	$112,690	$109,710	230
38	Computer Network Architects	$112,150	$115,630	2,480
39	Industrial Production Managers	$109,700	$119,570	6,680
40	Administrative Services Managers	$109,150	$120,590	4,860
41	Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other	$108,540	$155,880	310
42	Construction Managers	$108,480	$117,950	4,880
43	Actuaries	$106,840	$126,120	980
44	Managers, All Other	$106,610	$120,150	10,630
45	Public Relations Managers	$106,600	$114,790	600
46	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$106,210	$101,810	510
47	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,600	$112,850	690
48	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$105,440	$110,000	3,470
49	Lawyers	$105,050	$150,370	8,480
50	Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	$105,030	$111,910	290
51	Facilities Managers	$105,010	$112,660	1,750
52	Transportation Inspectors	$104,580	$99,440	50
53	Sales Engineers	$104,310	$120,790	1,730
54	Commercial Pilots	$104,240	$131,720	560
55	Chemical Engineers	$104,210	$107,780	290
56	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,790	$115,410	1,490
57	Economics Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,620	$136,110	230
58	Veterinarians	$103,620	$150,910	1,810
59	Information Security Analysts	$103,570	$107,180	1,960
60	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,200	$110,490	130
61	Software Developers	$102,660	$107,500	21,800
62	Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	$102,350	$98,460	2,150
63	First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers	$102,130	$113,770	8,090
64	Data Scientists	$101,850	$105,250	3,090
65	Atmospheric and Space Scientists	$101,770	$98,770	190
66	Engineers, All Other	$101,040	$100,040	770
67	Materials Engineers	$100,680	$98,490	310
68	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$100,640	$101,550	440
69	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,360	$107,310	460
70	Computer Hardware Engineers	$100,310	$110,860	770
71	Air Traffic Controllers	$100,090	$102,190	150
72	Diagnostic Medical Sonographers	$99,760	$97,670	1,430
73	Personal Financial Advisors	$99,660	$140,940	4,680
74	Management Analysts	$99,630	$109,660	13,160
75	Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$99,490	$107,240	300
76	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$99,240	$124,430	300
77	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$98,350	$107,900	3,170
78	Electrical Engineers	$97,880	$99,130	4,120
79	Materials Scientists	$97,780	$114,970	70
80	Financial Risk Specialists	$97,690	$98,190	640
81	Physical Therapists	$97,670	$95,180	4,950
82	Art Directors	$97,540	$117,870	510
83	Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers	$97,350	$86,830	N/A
84	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$97,080	$109,890	1,390
85	First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives	$95,740	$97,160	1,780
86	Education Administrators, All Other	$92,890	$96,120	200
87	Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers	$92,370	$77,330	50
88	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$91,820	$91,270	820
89	Database Administrators	$91,520	$95,840	1,110
90	Computer Systems Analysts	$89,980	$96,220	8,460
91	Computer Programmers	$89,250	$91,770	2,280
92	Financial and Investment Analysts	$88,830	$102,090	4,490
93	Project Management Specialists	$88,830	$95,120	17,440
94	Detectives and Criminal Investigators	$88,750	$88,660	1,510
95	Postmasters and Mail Superintendents	$88,670	$90,120	330
96	Physical Scientists, All Other	$88,500	$97,780	70
97	Architects, Except Landscape and Naval	$88,340	$88,290	1,610
98	Audiologists	$88,340	$89,540	330
99	Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates	$87,880	$110,170	150
100	Aerospace Engineers	$87,160	$103,970	80
101	Orthotists and Prosthetists	$86,650	$84,370	130
102	Power Plant Operators	$86,390	$85,250	760
103	Physics Teachers, Postsecondary	$86,270	$107,000	200
104	Mechanical Engineers	$86,200	$92,860	8,400
105	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$86,160	$91,660	8,250
106	Genetic Counselors	$85,480	$89,040	100
107	Structural Iron and Steel Workers	$84,980	$79,400	610
108	Financial Examiners	$84,350	$92,370	790
109	Radiation Therapists	$84,110	$86,540	440
110	Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other	$84,000	$85,650	150
111	Civil Engineers	$83,760	$91,850	6,520
112	Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists	$83,370	$85,230	660
113	Registered Nurses	$83,300	$87,220	61,870
114	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$83,110	$91,920	2,410
115	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$82,990	$90,130	130
116	Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door	$82,950	$79,660	710
117	Gas Plant Operators	$82,880	$85,710	200
118	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$82,780	$98,340	5,700
119	Surgical Assistants	$82,730	$80,300	290
120	Occupational Therapists	$82,720	$85,030	3,160
121	First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers	$82,580	$81,020	760
122	Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	$82,560	$87,810	550
123	Economists	$82,330	$79,270	630
124	History Teachers, Postsecondary	$82,210	$93,520	290
125	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$82,100	$88,280	3,540
126	Nuclear Medicine Technologists	$82,090	$86,930	410
127	Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary	$82,060	$106,230	300
128	Environmental Engineers	$82,010	$95,700	710
129	Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other	$81,830	$80,190	330
130	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$81,780	$81,470	80
131	Industrial Engineers	$81,750	$88,340	12,270
132	Computer Occupations, All Other	$81,660	$83,190	6,570
133	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,650	$97,100	780
134	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,460	$102,990	460
135	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,100	$91,520	680
136	Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,030	$81,890	40
137	Rail Car Repairers	$80,950	$72,650	130
138	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$80,880	$83,110	2,400
139	Instructional Coordinators	$80,820	$87,640	1,730
140	Biological Scientists, All Other	$80,650	$85,650	830
141	Urban and Regional Planners	$80,560	$83,560	780
142	First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers	$80,510	$83,950	1,160
143	Statisticians	$80,470	$92,070	230
144	Life Scientists, All Other	$80,410	$83,670	40
145	Speech-Language Pathologists	$80,340	$83,820	2,930
146	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$80,290	$77,370	230
147	Riggers	$80,290	$81,620	170
148	Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers	$80,180	$82,940	80
149	Insulation Workers, Mechanical	$80,030	$73,550	480
150	School Psychologists	$80,000	$85,820	1,400
151	Food Scientists and Technologists	$79,940	$89,850	440
152	Gambling Managers	$79,740	$85,780	40
153	Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors	$79,600	$82,370	40
154	Respiratory Therapists	$79,560	$79,110	1,970
155	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$79,500	$78,810	1,590
156	Dental Hygienists	$79,320	$80,450	4,880
157	Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers	$79,300	$71,510	70
158	Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary	$79,010	$86,130	80
159	Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,970	$78,980	40
160	Epidemiologists	$78,970	$121,150	90
161	First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers	$78,870	$80,930	14,350
162	Signal and Track Switch Repairers	$78,860	$74,740	200
163	Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers	$78,850	$85,010	130
164	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$78,790	$82,000	1,410
165	Locomotive Engineers	$78,620	$75,920	580
166	Insurance Underwriters	$78,430	$82,640	3,030
167	Operations Research Analysts	$78,320	$81,750	3,570
168	Loan Officers	$78,050	$86,100	5,470
169	Pipelayers	$77,760	$75,590	560
170	Social and Community Service Managers	$77,270	$80,450	3,080
171	Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers	$77,040	$73,910	12,170
172	Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary	$77,000	$86,000	270
173	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$76,990	$104,640	230
174	Communications Teachers, Postsecondary	$76,830	$83,400	530
175	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$76,800	$85,080	100
176	Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters	$76,660	$77,470	6,860
177	Budget Analysts	$76,590	$79,990	1,050
178	Accountants and Auditors	$76,510	$82,630	26,530
179	Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products	$76,480	$93,070	3,750
180	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$76,440	$79,050	160
181	English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary	$76,430	$81,110	750
182	Landscape Architects	$76,340	$77,720	430
183	Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes	$75,950	$99,570	40
184	Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other	$75,740	$81,360	580
185	Chiropractors	$75,710	$91,180	1,350
186	Funeral Home Managers	$75,660	$80,590	440
187	Emergency Management Directors	$75,640	$77,840	170
188	First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers	$75,610	$76,890	12,360
189	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$75,380	$81,670	1,750
190	Commercial and Industrial Designers	$75,240	$77,840	400
191	Labor Relations Specialists	$75,070	$75,330	2,530

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Wisconsin High-Salary Insights

The $75K+ jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Computer & Math fields.

26.1% of all tracked occupations in WI earn a median salary above $75K. The entry point for this group is $75,070/year (Labor Relations Specialists), while the top earner makes $239,060/year.

Wisconsin ranks #19 among all 50 states for the number of $75K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $75K a year in Wisconsin?

According to 2024 BLS data, there are 191 occupations in Wisconsin with a median annual salary above $75K. This represents 26.1% of all tracked occupations in WI.

What is the highest paying job in Wisconsin?

The highest paying occupation in Wisconsin is Pediatricians, General with a median salary of $239,060 per year based on 2024 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $75K+ list in Wisconsin?

The entry point for the $75K+ list in Wisconsin is $75,070/year (Labor Relations Specialists). Any occupation with a median salary above $75K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $75K+ jobs in Wisconsin?

The average median salary among all 191 occupations that pay over $75K in Wisconsin is $98,805 per year (2024 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $75K in Wisconsin?

High-paying jobs in Wisconsin typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $75K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

Jobs Over $75K in Other States

These are gross salaries. After federal, state, and FICA taxes, take-home pay is lower.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $75K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics