Anesthesiologist Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 790+ workers in Wisconsin
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WI)
$443,990
$213.46/hr
vs National Average
$399,418
+11.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$217K – $639K
790 employed in Wisconsin
Salary Distribution — Anesthesiologist in Wisconsin
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $217,060 |
| 25th percentile | $310,360 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $443,990 |
| 75th percentile | $530,520 |
| 90th percentile | $639,120 |
Top-Paying Industries for Anesthesiologist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Anesthesiologists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Anesthesiologists in Wisconsin tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $394,050 | 37K |
| Educational Services | $391,490 | 1K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $76,760 | — |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Anesthesiologist in Wisconsin vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wisconsin) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $443,990 |
| 2026 (projected) | $457,310 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Wisconsin Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $443,990 | $399,418 |
| 2026 (projected) | $457,310 | $411,401 |
Anesthesiologist Salary by Experience Level in Wisconsin
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $310,360 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $443,990 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $530,520 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $639,120 |
Anesthesiologist Salary in Other States
Related Anesthesiologist Salaries in Wisconsin
How other high-demand occupations in Wisconsin compare to Anesthesiologist ($443,990 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Anesthesiologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in WI | $636,580 | +43.4% | $306.05/hr |
| Surgeon in WI | $416,000 | -6.3% | $200.00/hr |
| Radiologist in WI | $392,610 | -11.6% | $188.75/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in WI | $367,160 | -17.3% | $176.52/hr |
| Psychiatrist in WI | $331,070 | -25.4% | $159.17/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in WI | $304,990 | -31.3% | $146.63/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in WI | $290,640 | -34.5% | $139.73/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in WI | $273,170 | -38.5% | $131.33/hr |
| Pediatrician in WI | $269,790 | -39.2% | $129.71/hr |
| Dentist in WI | $193,690 | -56.4% | $93.12/hr |
| Podiatrist in WI | $185,100 | -58.3% | $88.99/hr |
| Pharmacist in WI | $148,740 | -66.5% | $71.51/hr |