SOC 51-2028 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers — Janesville
Janesville-Beloit, WI · 10 metro areas compared
The median wage here is $45,510 a year, within a few percent of the national median of $45,850.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
The median wage here is $45,510 a year, within a few percent of the national median of $45,850. The middle half of workers in this occupation earn between $34,240 and $58,240. The lowest tenth earn under $30,980, while the highest tenth earn more than $67,210.
Within the state, La Crosse records the highest median at $48,050. Of the 268 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 189th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,980 | −32.4% |
| 25th | $34,240 | −25.3% |
| Median (50th) | $45,510 | −0.7% |
| 75th | $58,240 | +27.0% |
| 90th | $67,210 | +46.6% |
| Mean | $46,900 | +2.3% |
Other metro areas in Wisconsin
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Crosse | $48,050 | 60 | |
| 2 | Sheboygan | $47,350 | 60 | |
| 3 | Racine | $46,940 | 690 | |
| 4 | Madison | $46,460 | 770 | |
| 5 | Milwaukee | $46,380 | 3,500 | |
| 6 | Kenosha | $45,530 | 240 | |
| 7 | Fond du Lac | $45,450 | 130 | |
| 8 | Oshkosh | $43,970 | 610 | |
| 9 | Appleton | $43,710 | 350 | |
| 10 | Green Bay | $43,200 | 210 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Janesville run 5.9% below the national average, so the median of $45,510 goes as far as $48,363 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 5.5% above the national median in real terms.
Published median
$45,510as reported by BLSLocal price level
94.1US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$48,363US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $45,510 a year, 0.7% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $30,980 to $67,210 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is La Crosse, at $48,050.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers in Janesville, WI?
The median annual wage is $45,510, or $21.88 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 $45,850, so pay in Janesville, WI is 0.7% 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 Janesville, WI earns more than $67,210 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $30,980 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 La Crosse, at $48,050 per year.
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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