Gas Plant Operators Salary in Wisconsin
Gas Plant Operators in Wisconsin earn a median of $85,080 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $85,080
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($87,820)
- Rank among states
- 25 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range in Wisconsin
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,880; the top 10% earn over $106,270. Nationally the range is $61,350 to $115,520.
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- Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers$60,320 median in Wisconsin
- Biomass Plant Technicians$66,080 median in Wisconsin (broader BLS group)
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers$71,450 median in Wisconsin
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators$63,550 median in Wisconsin
- Power Plant Operators$66,080 median in Wisconsin
- Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders$57,250 median in Wisconsin
Gas Plant Operators pay in Wisconsin
How much do gas plant operators make in Wisconsin?
The median is $85,080 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,880 and the top 10% earn over $106,270. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Wisconsin a good state for gas plant operators?
On pay alone it ranks 25 of 43 (−3% vs. the national median of $87,820). Living costs are not included.