As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for nursing home rn in Wisconsin is $82,698, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,590 weekly, or $6,892 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for nursing home rn in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for nursing home rn in Wisconsin vary widely, spanning from $74,411 to $96,205. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($78,360) and 75th percentile ($89,768), while top earners (90th percentile) make $96,205 per year. This $11,408 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Acute Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Wisconsin nursing home rn often earn 1.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 20 companies. However, Wisconsin currently ranks 23 nationwide for nursing home rn job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
nursing home rn Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $74,411 WI August 01, 2026
25th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $78,360 WI August 01, 2026
50th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $82,698 WI August 01, 2026
75th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $89,768 WI August 01, 2026
90th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $96,205 WI August 01, 2026
25% $78,360 10% $74,411 90% $96,205 75% $89,768 $82,698 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The salary for a Registered Nurse (RN) in a nursing home varies based on factors such as location, experience, and facility size. On average, RNs in this setting can expect to earn between $60,000 and $80,000 annually. Additional compensation may be available through overtime, shift differentials, and benefits packages that include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. RNs in nursing homes are responsible for providing direct patient care, administering medications, and coordinating with healthcare teams to ensure the well-being of residents. Experience in geriatric care and s...

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Location Abbotsford, WI Avg. Salary $79,291 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abrams, WI Avg. Salary $79,337 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adams, WI Avg. Salary $79,509 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adell, WI Avg. Salary $80,914 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Afton, WI Avg. Salary $80,425 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albany, WI Avg. Salary $80,974 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Algoma, WI Avg. Salary $79,314 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allenton, WI Avg. Salary $81,209 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alma, WI Avg. Salary $80,507 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alma Center, WI Avg. Salary $79,446 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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