Bakers Salary in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, bakers earn $36,620 at the median — $17.61 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $49K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Wisconsin. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $37K get you in Wisconsin?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Wisconsin
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K. Top earners bring in $49K or more, a $19K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in Wisconsin
13 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $39K | +6% | 240 |
| Madison | $38K | +3% | 540 |
| Sheboygan | $37K | +2% | 60 |
| Green Bay | $37K | +1% | 350 |
| Kenosha | $37K | +1% | 160 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $37K | +1% | 1,460 |
| Fond du Lac | $37K | +0% | 90 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $37K | -0% | 80 |
| Appleton | $36K | -2% | 240 |
| Eau Claire | $35K | -3% | 100 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $35K | -4% | 90 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $35K | -5% | 150 |
| Wausau | $31K | -15% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in Wisconsin?
The median is $36,620 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,040, and experienced bakers can clear $48,530. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in Wisconsin?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,545/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,202/month, which eats 47.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bakers salary go in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bakers salary is worth about $38,821 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.