H-1B Data Engineer Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 189 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 189 certified Labor Condition Applications for Data Engineer roles across Wisconsin, the average certified wage is $116,942, with most offers between $97K and $133K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Wisconsin
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $72,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $93,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $116,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $139,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1252.00 in Wisconsin. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Wisconsin
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Madison | 85 | $120K |
| Milwaukee | 41 | $114K |
| Brookfield | 15 | $105K |
| New Berlin | 6 | $112K |
| Franklin | 5 | $127K |
Cities ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume within Wisconsin (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Data Engineers in Wisconsin
Ranked by certified Data Engineer LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Wisconsin
Wisconsin has a progressive income tax up to 7.65% for high earners.
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Salary figures aggregated directly from DOL LCA disclosure files (FY2022–2026), filtered to certified petitions with wages between $30K and $1M. Percentiles computed across 189 Data Engineer filings statewide in Wisconsin.