H-1B QA Engineer Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 393 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 393 certified Labor Condition Applications for QA Engineer roles across Wisconsin, the average certified wage is $93,033, with most offers between $75K and $110K. 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 | $55,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $70,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $88,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $106,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-1253.00 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 | 71 | $84K |
| Milwaukee | 51 | $95K |
| Brookfield | 24 | $108K |
| Waukesha | 24 | $100K |
| MADISON | 18 | $73K |
Cities ranked by certified QA Engineer LCA volume within Wisconsin (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for QA Engineers in Wisconsin
Ranked by certified QA 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 393 QA Engineer filings statewide in Wisconsin.