Psychiatrists pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for psychiatrists is $159.17 an hour ($331,070 a year). About 550 people work in this job there.
That is 17% higher than the U.S. median ($281,870). Wisconsin ranks 5th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatrists in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.51 | $86,340 |
| 25% of workers | $94.57 | $196,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $159.17 | $331,070 |
| 75% of workers | $167.90 | $349,230 |
| 90% of workers | $189.18 | $393,500 |
Psychiatrists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Green Bay | $339,680 | 50 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $331,500 | 180 |
| Madison | $296,230 | 160 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for psychiatrists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,530 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $131,980 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $290,640 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $367,160 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $239,200 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $113,360 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $81,860 |
| Pharmacists | $148,740 |
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