Psychiatrist Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 550+ workers in Wisconsin
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WI)
$331,070
$159.17/hr
vs National Average
$257,685
+28.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$86K – $394K
550 employed in Wisconsin
Salary Distribution — Psychiatrist in Wisconsin
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $86,340 |
| 25th percentile | $196,700 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $331,070 |
| 75th percentile | $349,230 |
| 90th percentile | $393,500 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychiatrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychiatrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychiatrists in Wisconsin tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $305,530 | 3K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $300,030 | 90 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $286,770 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $280,010 | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $188,090 | 240 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychiatrist in Wisconsin vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wisconsin) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $331,070 |
| 2026 (projected) | $341,002 |
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 | $331,070 | $257,685 |
| 2026 (projected) | $341,002 | $265,416 |
Psychiatrist Salary by Experience Level in Wisconsin
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $196,700 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $331,070 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $349,230 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $393,500 |
Psychiatrist Salary in Other States
Related Psychiatrist Salaries in Wisconsin
How other high-demand occupations in Wisconsin compare to Psychiatrist ($331,070 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychiatrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in WI | $636,580 | +92.3% | $306.05/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in WI | $443,990 | +34.1% | $213.46/hr |
| Surgeon in WI | $416,000 | +25.7% | $200.00/hr |
| Radiologist in WI | $392,610 | +18.6% | $188.75/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in WI | $367,160 | +10.9% | $176.52/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in WI | $304,990 | -7.9% | $146.63/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in WI | $290,640 | -12.2% | $139.73/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in WI | $273,170 | -17.5% | $131.33/hr |
| Pediatrician in WI | $269,790 | -18.5% | $129.71/hr |
| Dentist in WI | $193,690 | -41.5% | $93.12/hr |
| Podiatrist in WI | $185,100 | -44.1% | $88.99/hr |
| Pharmacist in WI | $148,740 | -55.1% | $71.51/hr |