Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers Salary in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers earn $37,420 at the median — $17.99 an hour. The range runs from $27K at the entry level to $50K 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers (10th percentile) start around $27K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K. Top earners bring in $50K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers salary by metro in Wisconsin
11 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | $45K | +21% | 250 |
| Appleton | $38K | +2% | 80 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $38K | +1% | 520 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $38K | +1% | 60 |
| Eau Claire | $37K | -1% | 30 |
| Sheboygan | $37K | -1% | 60 |
| Kenosha | $36K | -3% | 50 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $36K | -4% | 50 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $36K | -4% | 50 |
| Green Bay | $35K | -7% | 110 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $34K | -8% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers make in Wisconsin?
The median is $37,420 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $26,710, and experienced helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers can clear $49,610. 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 $2,595/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,202/month, which eats 46.3% 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary is worth about $39,669 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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.