SOC 11-9041 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Architectural and Engineering Managers — Western Wisconsin
Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area · 10 metro areas compared
The median wage for Architectural and Engineering Managers in Western Wisconsin, WI is $127,720 per year, substantially below the national median of $171,270 — a gap of 25.4%.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
The median wage for Architectural and Engineering Managers in Western Wisconsin, WI is $127,720 per year, substantially below the national median of $171,270 — a gap of 25.4%. Half of workers earn between $113,940 and $162,630. Beyond that band, the tenth percentile sits at $102,710 and the ninetieth at $179,310.
Employment stands at 130, or 1.0 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Fond du Lac records the highest median at $162,180. Of the 346 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 14th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $102,710 | −40.0% |
| 25th | $113,940 | −33.5% |
| Median (50th) | $127,720 | −25.4% |
| 75th | $162,630 | −5.0% |
| 90th | $179,310 | +4.7% |
| Mean | $136,650 | −20.2% |
Other metro areas in Wisconsin
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fond du Lac | $162,180 | 70 | |
| 2 | Madison | $160,700 | 750 | |
| 3 | La Crosse | $160,540 | 110 | |
| 4 | Sheboygan | $159,760 | 120 | |
| 5 | Janesville | $144,070 | 70 | |
| 6 | Milwaukee | $143,570 | 1,610 | |
| 7 | Oshkosh | $142,060 | 180 | |
| 8 | Kenosha | $139,120 | 80 | |
| 9 | Racine | $137,930 | 200 | |
| 10 | Eau Claire | $137,780 | 100 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Western Wisconsin run 5.9% below the national average, so the median of $127,720 goes as far as $135,728 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 20.8% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$127,720as reported by BLSLocal price level
94.1US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$135,728US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $127,720 a year, 25.4% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $102,710 to $179,310 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 130 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Fond du Lac, at $162,180.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Architectural and Engineering Managers in Western Wisconsin, WI?
The median annual wage is $127,720, or $61.40 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $171,270, so pay in Western Wisconsin, WI is 25.4% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Western Wisconsin, WI earns more than $179,310 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $102,710 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Fond du Lac, at $162,180 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 130 jobs in this occupation in Western Wisconsin, WI. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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