Podiatrist Salary in Wisconsin (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Podiatrists in Wisconsin, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Wisconsin Median
$185,100
per year
Hourly Rate
$88.99
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $160,300
State Rank
#19 of 41
120 employed here

How much does a Podiatrist make in Wisconsin?

A Podiatrist working in Wisconsin earns a median salary of $185,100 per year, or about $88.99 per hour. That is 15% above the national median of $160,300 for this occupation.

Within Wisconsin, entry-level pay starts around $71,990 while the top 10% make $342,010 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $114,760 and $288,860 a year.

Podiatrist salary range in Wisconsin

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$71,990$34.61
25th percentile (early career)$114,760$55.17
50th percentile (median)$185,100$88.99
75th percentile (experienced)$288,860$138.88
90th percentile (top earners)$342,010$164.43

How Wisconsin compares

Wisconsin ranks 19th out of 41 states and territories for Podiatrist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$265,740
2Minnesota$261,180
3Oklahoma$253,380
4New Hampshire$250,070
5Washington$232,970

Working as a Podiatrist in Wisconsin

Nationally, about 10,000 people work as Podiatrists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Wisconsin pay ($185,100) 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 a Podiatrist make in Wisconsin?
The median Podiatrist salary in Wisconsin is $185,100 per year, or about $88.99 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $71,990 at the entry level to $342,010 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Wisconsin pay compare to the national average?
Wisconsin pays Podiatrists about 15% more than the national median of $160,300. Wisconsin ranks 19th out of 41 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Wisconsin a good state for Podiatrists?
Yes on pay — Wisconsin pays above the national median for this occupation, at $185,100 a year. About 120 Podiatrists 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.

← See the national Podiatrist salary report

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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.