H-1B Software Engineer Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 3,322 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 3,322 certified Labor Condition Applications for Software Engineer roles across Wisconsin, the average certified wage is $108,087, with most offers between $88K and $123K. 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 | $64,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $83,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $104,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $124,000 |
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 | 829 | $105K |
| Milwaukee | 417 | $110K |
| Waukesha | 175 | $110K |
| Brookfield | 168 | $100K |
| MADISON | 158 | $88K |
Cities ranked by certified Software Engineer LCA volume within Wisconsin (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Software Engineers in Wisconsin
Ranked by certified Software 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 3,322 Software Engineer filings statewide in Wisconsin.