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Milwaukee, Wisconsin Job Market Report

GrowingUpdated October 22, 2026

Active Listings

21

Avg Salary Range

$102K - $152K

Remote %

0%

Ghost Rate

40%

H-1B Sponsors

N/A

Regional Corridor Map & Purchasing Power

Compare Milwaukee, WI commuting distance and a rough cost-of-living comparison against neighboring tech markets (approximate cost index 95).

Explore 21 Milwaukee Listings→
Spatial Hub Radar · Milwaukee, WI
Approx. cost index: 95
Chicago, IL81 mi · cost index 102.8Indianapolis, IN243 mi · cost index 93.4Detroit, MI252 mi · cost index 94.8Minneapolis, MN298 mi · cost index 101.2St. Louis, MO328 mi · cost index 93.5Milwaukee, WI21 Jobs · 0% Remote

Relocation Take-Home Pay & Tax Comparator

Compare standard of living and state income tax impact across US tech hubs using official BEA Regional Price Parities (RPP).

Popular hubs:
Nominal Offer in Milwaukee:$105,000/yr
Current: Milwaukee, WI

$105,000

BEA Price Parity: 95

State tax applies

Target: San Francisco, CA

$130,863

BEA Price Parity: 118.4

State tax applies

San Francisco is approximately 25% more expensive+25% cost drag

To maintain the standard of living of $105,000 in Milwaukee, you need at least $130,863 in San Francisco based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Both WI and CA collect state income taxes. Differences reflect local cost of living and tax brackets.

Top Roles in Milwaukee

  • Seasonal Full-Time Customer Service Representative - Call Center1
  • Customer Care Agent1
  • Customer Service Technician1
  • Pharmacy Technician1
  • Social Worker- Readjustment Counselor1
  • Social Worker (Program Coordinator)1
  • Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology1
  • Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology1
  • Nursing Assistant - Acute Care Inpatient1
  • Surgical Technician1
Seasonal Full-Time Customer Service Representative - Call Center
1
Customer Care Agent
1
Customer Service Technician
1
Pharmacy Technician
1
Social Worker- Readjustment Counselor
1
Social Worker (Program Coordinator)
1
Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology
1
Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology
1
Nursing Assistant - Acute Care Inpatient
1
Surgical Technician
1

Top Hiring Companies

V

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs

16 listings

W

Winter Services Inc

1 listing

V

Vital Holdings LLC

1 listing

A

Agiliti

1 listing

U

U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch

1 listing

Aerotek

1 listing

Remote vs On-Site

Remote: 0%On-site: 100%
Remote / HybridOn-site

Where These Jobs Come From

USAJOBS17Google Jobs3Aerotek Jobs1

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs are available in Milwaukee?

There are 21 active job listings in Milwaukee, WI right now, pulled from 4 job boards and refreshed every 2 hours. Total tracked listings (including inactive): 31.

What is the average salary in Milwaukee?

Based on jobs with disclosed pay, the average salary range in Milwaukee is $102K to $152K. Median salary sits at $104K. Many listings don't share compensation, so real averages may differ.

What percentage of Milwaukee jobs are remote?

0% of active Milwaukee listings are tagged as remote or hybrid. The rest require on-site presence. This ratio updates as new postings come in.

How common are ghost jobs in Milwaukee?

The average ghost probability across scored Milwaukee listings is 40%. Ghost jobs are postings with low hiring intent: old listings, vague descriptions, or roles that never get filled. ShouldApply's scoring engine flags these so you don't waste applications.

What are the top hiring companies in Milwaukee?

The most active employers in Milwaukee include Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, Winter Services Inc, Vital Holdings LLC, Agiliti, U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch. These companies collectively post the most listings in the area.