Wisconsin Median
$63,210
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.39
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $59,460
State Rank
#8 of 42
340 employed here
How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Wisconsin?
Exercise Physiologists in Wisconsin take home a median of $63,210 annually — roughly $30.39 an hour — which runs 6% above the national median of $59,460.
Within Wisconsin, entry-level pay starts around $55,100 while the top 10% make $77,320 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $60,660 and $72,240 a year.
Exercise Physiologist salary range in Wisconsin
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $55,100 | $26.49 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $60,660 | $29.16 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $63,210 | $30.39 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $72,240 | $34.73 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $77,320 | $37.17 |
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How Wisconsin compares
Wisconsin ranks 8th out of 42 states and territories for Exercise Physiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Exercise Physiologist salary in other states
Washington $81,310Oregon $71,630Minnesota $67,230Massachusetts $65,950New Jersey $64,680Colorado $63,800New Hampshire $63,590Connecticut $62,510California $62,440Arizona $62,350Maryland $62,220Wyoming $62,070Illinois $60,130Florida $60,100New York $59,940Kansas $59,090Georgia $58,170Delaware $57,940Texas $56,780Idaho $56,750Iowa $56,640Nevada $55,240Michigan $55,080Tennessee $53,570Missouri $52,570Louisiana $52,450North Carolina $52,450Virginia $52,400Ohio $51,660South Dakota $51,630Kentucky $51,070Alabama $50,820North Dakota $50,430West Virginia $50,270Indiana $49,740Oklahoma $49,190Arkansas $48,850Pennsylvania $48,040South Carolina $46,550Utah $43,850Mississippi $43,060
Working as an Exercise Physiologist in Wisconsin
Nationally, about 9,000 people work as Exercise Physiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Wisconsin pay ($63,210) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Wisconsin?
The median Exercise Physiologist salary in Wisconsin is $63,210 per year, or about $30.39 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $55,100 at the entry level to $77,320 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Wisconsin pay compare to the national average?
Wisconsin pays Exercise Physiologists about 6% more than the national median of $59,460. Wisconsin ranks 8th out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Wisconsin a good state for Exercise Physiologists?
Yes on pay — Wisconsin pays above the national median for this occupation, at $63,210 a year. About 340 Exercise Physiologists are employed in Wisconsin. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Wisconsin?
The highest-paying occupations in Wisconsin include Cardiologist ($636,580), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($572,060), Anesthesiologist ($443,990), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.