Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Wisconsin

$32,415 $105,197
10th pct Median: $61,161 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$32,415
25th Percentile$44,036
50th (Median)$61,161
75th Percentile$84,402
90th (Top Earners)$105,197
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Wisconsin median salary of $61,161 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $62,473 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Wisconsin's lower cost of living (COL index: 97.9) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Wisconsin?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Wisconsin earn a median annual salary of $61,161 per year ($29.40/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $64,380.
Is Wisconsin a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Wisconsin pays slightly below the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education. Cost of living in Wisconsin is near the national average (COL index: 97.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Wisconsin?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 97.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $61,161 salary in Wisconsin has the purchasing power of approximately $62,473 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Wisconsin increase real purchasing power.
How does Wisconsin compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Wisconsin

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $315,590
2 Radiologists $294,424
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $290,909
4 Surgeons, All Other $279,794
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $258,286
6 Psychiatrists $237,308
7 Physicians, Pathologists $231,724
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $231,173
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Wisconsin

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

View national Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary data →