Pension Manager Salary in Madison, WI

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How much does a Pension Manager make in Madison, WI?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Pension Manager in Madison, WI is $67,420. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $56,058 to $88,371, with most professionals earning between $45,714 and $107,445.

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What is a Pension Manager?

A Pension Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the pension plans and retirement benefits for employees within an organization. They are responsible for ensuring that the pension plans are properly funded, administered, and compliant with all relevant regulations. This includes managing the investment of pension funds, communicating with employees about their retirement benefits, and staying up to date on changes in pension laws and regulations. Additionally, Pension Managers may also be involved in developing and implementing new pension plans and benefits packages for employees. They work closely with HR departments, financial advisors, and legal teams to ensure that the organization's pension plans are effectively managed and provide employees with the retirement benefits they are entitled to.

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Average Salary Range for Pension Manager in Madison, WI

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Pension Manager in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Pension Manager in Madison, WI. The base salary for Pension Manager ranges from $56,058 to $88,371 with the average base salary of $67,420. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,058 to $88,371 with the average total cash compensation of $67,420.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $67,420 $56,058 - $88,371
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $67,420 $56,058 - $88,371
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Pension Manager Salary Near Madison, WI

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Janesville, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,949 - $86,622 COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Rockford, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,806 - $86,397 COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Waukesha, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,752 - $89,465 COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Milwaukee, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,963 - $89,797 COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Oshkosh, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,556 - $86,003 COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Dubuque, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,708 - $84,666 COMPARE TO Madison, WI
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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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