Registered Nurse salary in Wisconsin
The median registered nurse in Wisconsin earns $41.38 an hour, or $86,070 a year. That’s $3.62 below the national median, ranking #26 of 51.
- Median hourly$41.38
- Median yearly$86,070
- Bottom 10% earn under$36.04/hr
- Top 10% earn over$52.53/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$43.48
- RNs employed64,960
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Wisconsin, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Wisconsin
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $29.35/hr | $61,040/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $20.79/hr | $43,250/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $61.82/hr | $128,580/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open RN jobs in Wisconsin
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Oncology ClinicAdvocate HealthWauwatosa, WI$35.50–$53.25/hrRNOncologyFull-time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Ortho Surgery ClinicAdvocate HealthWauwatosa, WI$35.50–$53.25/hrRNPart-time
- RN, Infusion (General Infusion)Sanford HealthMarshfield, WI$32–$48/hrRNFull-timeDays
- RN Program Specialist - Injury PreventionSanford HealthMarshfield, WI$35–$48/hrRNPart-timeDays
- Registered Nurse (Inpatient Mental Health)Veterans Health AdministrationMilwaukee, WI$80k–$140k/yrRNPsychFull-timeCloses Nov 13, 2026
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU)HSHS (Hospital Sisters Health System)Green Bay, WI$37.50–$56.50/hrRNICUFull-time