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Structural Iron and Steel Workers average salary by city in Wisconsin
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse | $95,930 | $100,160 | $92,650 | $72,131 | 92 |
| Madison | $86,060 | $92,460 | $73,470 | $65,773 | 97 |
| Milwaukee | $85,920 | $95,730 | $76,790 | $65,683 | 97 |
| Appleton | $84,590 | $93,960 | $77,480 | $64,826 | 92 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 47-2221.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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