As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Elevator Operator in Wisconsin is $43,704, equivalent to $21 per hour, $840 weekly, or $3,642 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Elevator Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Elevator Operator in Wisconsin vary widely, spanning from $36,810 to $50,097. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,095) and 75th percentile ($47,051), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,097 per year. This $6,956 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Wisconsin Elevator Operator often earn 1.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 50 companies. However, Wisconsin currently ranks 23 nationwide for Elevator Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Elevator Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $36,810 WI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $40,095 WI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $43,704 WI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $47,051 WI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $50,097 WI January 01, 2026
25% $40,095 10% $36,810 90% $50,097 75% $47,051 $43,704 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Abbotsford, WI Avg. Salary $43,522 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Abrams, WI Avg. Salary $44,166 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Adams, WI Avg. Salary $45,594 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Adell, WI Avg. Salary $46,336 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Afton, WI Avg. Salary $45,081 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Albany, WI Avg. Salary $45,193 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Algoma, WI Avg. Salary $43,966 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Allenton, WI Avg. Salary $46,336 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Alma, WI Avg. Salary $46,355 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Alma Center, WI Avg. Salary $43,522 Date Updated January 01, 2026
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  1. This Job:

    Elevator Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Machine Operator II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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