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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Pediatricians, General salary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Milwaukee metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Median annual$276,470
Mean annual$269,730
Range (10th to 90th)$204,660 to $331,860
Milwaukee, Wisconsin employment60
State vs national+33.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Milwaukee pediatricians, general fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$204,66025TH$228,290MEDIAN$276,47075TH$315,05090TH$331,860

The middle 50% of workers earn between $228,290 and $315,050, with a median of $276,470.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Doctoral or professional degree

  • Experience

    Internship/residency

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Medicine and Dentistry

    Knowledge

    5.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    5.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.9 / 5
  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.8 / 5
  • Therapy and Counseling

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Biology

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5
  • Psychology

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.3 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.

  2. 02

    Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.

  3. 03

    Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.

  4. 04

    Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.

  5. 05

    Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.

  6. 06

    Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.

  7. 07

    Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.

  8. 08

    Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Pediatricians, General in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Pediatricians, General in the Milwaukee metropolitan area is $276,470.
Does Milwaukee pay more than the Wisconsin state average for Pediatricians, General?
The Milwaukee metro median is +2.5% versus the Wisconsin state median of $269,790.
How does Milwaukee compare to the national median for Pediatricians, General?
The Milwaukee metro median is +33.1% versus the BLS national figure of $207,645.
What is the salary range for Pediatricians, General in Milwaukee?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $204,660 and the 90th-percentile at $331,860 for the Milwaukee metro area.
What education is required for Pediatricians, General?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Milwaukee CBSA boundary 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.