As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scale Operator in Madison, WI is $38,772, equivalent to $19 per hour, $746 weekly, or $3,231 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scale Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Scale Operator in Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $31,466 to $46,547. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,948) and 75th percentile ($42,842), while top earners (90th percentile) make $46,547 per year. This $7,894 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, Madison Scale Operator often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 409 statewide for Scale 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
Scale Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $31,466 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $34,948 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $38,772 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $42,842 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $46,547 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
25% $34,948 10% $31,466 90% $46,547 75% $42,842 $38,772 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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