Salary distribution
Where Wisconsin statisticians fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $80,620 and $104,430, with a median of $88,910.
Statisticians in Wisconsin: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 28 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $81,250. 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 | 12 | $78,563 |
| Level II — qualified | 9 | $100,000 |
| Level III — experienced | 2 | $134,177 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 2 | $190,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Statisticians in Wisconsin. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. | Biostatistician I | 15 | $78,846 |
| Associated Banc-Corp | Chief Analytics Officer | 2 | $164,996 |
| Aurora UW Academic Medical Group, Inc. | Research Biostatistician Associate | 2 | $77,636 |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | Sr. Stat Programmer | 1 | $110,822 |
| ABS Global, Inc. | Bioinformatics Research Scientist | 1 | $100,000 |
| INTELLECTT, INC. | PRODUCTION ENGINEER | 1 | $85,280 |
| ExlService.com, LLC | Senior Manager | 1 | $139,550 |
| Education Analytics | Research Analyst II | 1 | $82,000 |
| SmartUQ LLC | Product Manager and Senior Data Scientist | 1 | $105,000 |
| Indeed, Inc. | Senior Product Scientist | 1 | $122,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Biostatistician I at Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.$79,804MilwaukeeDecided Dec 24, 2025I-200-25351-489926
- Chief Analytics Officer at Associated Banc-Corp$260,000MilwaukeeWage Level IVDecided Aug 19, 2025I-200-25224-236734
- Sr. Stat Programmer at Gilead Sciences, Inc.$110,822MadisonWage Level IIDecided Jun 25, 2025I-200-25168-101764
- Bioinformatics Research Scientist at ABS Global, Inc.$100,000WaunakeeWage Level IIDecided Jun 3, 2025I-200-25147-018970
- Data & Reporting Analyst at Associated Banc-Corp$69,992MilwaukeeWage Level IDecided May 30, 2025I-200-25142-009129
- Biostatistician II at Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.$86,000MILWAUKEEWage Level IDecided May 23, 2025I-200-25136-984675
- Research Biostatistician Associate at Aurora UW Academic Medical Group, Inc.$79,040MilwaukeeWage Level IIDecided May 22, 2025I-200-25135-982712
- Biostatistician I at Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.$75,480MilwaukeeWage Level IDecided May 20, 2025I-200-25133-969263
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.
Statisticians 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.
Statisticians in Wisconsin, by industry
Median offered wage across 27 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Education leads with a median of $78,846.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. | 15 | $78,846 |
| Finance and insurance | Associated Banc-Corp | 3 | $132,288 |
| Professional services | Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 3 | $110,822 |
| Technology and software | INTELLECTT, INC. | 3 | $105,000 |
| Healthcare | Aurora UW Academic Medical Group, Inc. | 2 | $77,636 |
| Retail and wholesale | Kohl’s, Inc. | 1 | $120,000 |
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 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Basic skill
- 4.7 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.6 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
- 4.3 / 5
Number Facility
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.1 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
- 02
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
- 03
Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
- 04
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
- 05
Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
- 06
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
- 07
Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
- 08
Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+8.4%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Statisticians in Wisconsin?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Statisticians in Wisconsin is $88,910.
- How does Wisconsin compare to the national median for Statisticians?
- The Wisconsin median is -16.1% versus the BLS national figure of $106,000.
- What is the salary range for Statisticians in Wisconsin?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $70,780 and the 90th-percentile at $124,660, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Statisticians a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 8.4% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Statisticians?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master'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.