Computer Programmers in Wisconsin. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
2025 wage data not published for computer programmers in Wisconsin
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.
BLS still reports an estimated 3,080 workers in this role in Wisconsin in 2025.
Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.
Salary distribution
Where Wisconsin computer programmers fall on the wage curve.
Distribution not available
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.
Computer Programmers in Wisconsin: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 84 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $82,316. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 21 | $67,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 43 | $82,909 |
| Level III — experienced | 12 | $98,300 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 8 | $108,803 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Computer Programmers in Wisconsin. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accenture LLP | Packaged App Development Assoc Manager | 6 | $106,600 |
| SATIN SOLUTIONS LLC | SOFTWARE ENGINEER | 6 | $70,500 |
| TECHNOVIZ LLC | Software Programmer | 6 | $67,000 |
| HCL AMERICA INC | Senior Technical Lead | 5 | $82,909 |
| WIPRO LIMITED | Technical Lead L1 | 5 | $80,671 |
| ASP Diverse Inc | Computer Programmer | 4 | $68,848 |
| GP TECHNOLOGIES LLC | COMPUTER PROGRAMMER | 4 | $89,050 |
| HTC GLOBAL SERVICES INC. | Programmer Analyst | 4 | $92,363 |
| Milwaukee Board of School Directors | Sr. Programmer Analyst I | 4 | $68,099 |
| Mphasis Corporation | Software Engineer | 4 | $88,296 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- JAVA PROGRAMMER at IT DIVISION INC.$89,690DELAFIELDWage Level IIIDecided —I-200-26084-730523
- Dot.Net Programmer at TECHNOVIZ LLC$76,000MadisonWage Level IIDecided —I-200-26084-728942
- Senior Programmer Analyst at HTC GLOBAL SERVICES INC.$100,339MadisonWage Level IVDecided Mar 3, 2026I-200-26055-660043
- Software Engineer at Mphasis Corporation$88,296Sun PrairieWage Level IIDecided Jan 29, 2026I-200-26023-583009
- Software Engineer at Mphasis Corporation$88,296Sun PrairieWage Level IIDecided Jan 22, 2026I-200-26014-559759
- Senior CRM Programmer at TECHNOVIZ LLC$101,000MadisonWage Level IVDecided Jan 2, 2026I-200-25357-505590
- Technical Lead L1 at WIPRO LIMITED$80,671FranklinWage Level IIDecided Dec 22, 2025I-200-25349-481439
- Computer Programmer at COMPUNNEL SOFTWARE GROUP, INC$114,000MadisonWage Level IVDecided Dec 18, 2025I-200-25345-474678
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Computer Programmers pay by experience level in Wisconsin
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Computer Programmers specialties in Wisconsin
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 57 certified offers. The most common variant is SOFTWARE ENGINEER at a median of $78,900.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOFTWARE ENGINEER | SATIN SOLUTIONS LLC | 14 | $78,900 |
| Computer Programmer | ASP Diverse Inc | 13 | $79,800 |
| Software Programmer | TECHNOVIZ LLC | 12 | $78,862 |
| Programmer Analyst | HTC GLOBAL SERVICES INC. | 9 | $84,158 |
| Technical Lead L1 | WIPRO LIMITED | 5 | $80,671 |
| Senior Technical Lead | HCL AMERICA INC | 4 | $82,909 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Computer Programmers in Wisconsin, by industry
Median offered wage across 84 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $82,909.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology and software | SATIN SOLUTIONS LLC | 71 | $82,909 |
| Professional services | Accenture LLP | 6 | $106,600 |
| Education | Milwaukee Board of School Directors | 4 | $68,099 |
| Retail and wholesale | Hsu's Ginseng Enterprises, Inc. | 3 | $60,000 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Wisconsin over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Programming
Technical
- 4.0 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Near Vision
Ability
- 3.8 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 3.8 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 3.8 / 5
Complex Problem Solving
Technical
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
- 02
Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
- 03
Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
- 04
Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
- 05
Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
- 06
Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
- 07
Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.
- 08
Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
-6.0%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Declining
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Computer Programmers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -6.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Computer Programmers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.