As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for GIS Developer in Madison, WI is $64,600, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,242 weekly, or $5,383 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for GIS Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for GIS Developer in Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $53,928 to $77,553. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,014) and 75th percentile ($71,380), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,553 per year. This $12,366 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or CAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Madison GIS Developer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 409 statewide for GIS Developer 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
GIS Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $53,928 Madison, WI February 01, 2026
25th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $59,014 Madison, WI February 01, 2026
50th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $64,600 Madison, WI February 01, 2026
75th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $71,380 Madison, WI February 01, 2026
90th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $77,553 Madison, WI February 01, 2026
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    GIS Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

Madison, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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