Surgical Assistants pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for surgical assistants is $37.51 an hour ($78,030 a year). About 810 people work in this job there.
That is 17% higher than the U.S. median ($66,800). Wisconsin ranks 12th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical assistants in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.82 | $47,460 |
| 25% of workers | $29.69 | $61,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.51 | $78,030 |
| 75% of workers | $46.02 | $95,730 |
| 90% of workers | $48.05 | $99,950 |
Surgical Assistants pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $81,690 | 420 |
| Madison | $73,200 | 70 |
| Appleton | $66,480 | 0 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $66,030 | 50 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for surgical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.1% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $45,130 |
| Medical Assistants | $48,680 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,760 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $43,060 |
| Physician Assistants | $133,950 |
| Surgical Technologists | $74,120 |
| Paramedics | $59,710 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $84,210 |
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