Training and Development Managers Salary in Wisconsin (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Wisconsin Median
$123,640
per year
Hourly Rate
$59.44
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-7% vs US median
US median $133,000
State Rank
#25 of 48
600 employed here

How much do Training and Development Managers make in Wisconsin?

Training and Development Managers working in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $123,640 per year, or about $59.44 per hour. That is 7% below the national median of $133,000 for this occupation.

Within Wisconsin, entry-level pay starts around $79,960 while the top 10% make $168,600 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $101,270 and $145,790 a year.

Training and Development Managers salary range in Wisconsin

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$79,960$38.44
25th percentile (early career)$101,270$48.69
50th percentile (median)$123,640$59.44
75th percentile (experienced)$145,790$70.09
90th percentile (top earners)$168,600$81.06

How Wisconsin compares

Wisconsin ranks 25th out of 48 states and territories for Training and Development Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Delaware$172,340
2New York$171,400
3Washington$163,360
4New Jersey$160,540
5California$156,260

Working as Training and Development Managers in Wisconsin

Nationally, about 48,000 people work as Training and Development Managers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Wisconsin pay ($123,640) 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 do Training and Development Managers make in Wisconsin?
The median Training and Development Managers salary in Wisconsin is $123,640 per year, or about $59.44 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $79,960 at the entry level to $168,600 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Wisconsin pay compare to the national average?
Wisconsin pays Training and Development Managers about 7% less than the national median of $133,000. Wisconsin ranks 25th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Wisconsin a good state for Training and Development Managers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $123,640 a year. About 600 Training and Development Managers are employed in Wisconsin. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
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.