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# Jobs in Madison, WI — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Wisconsin Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/wisconsin?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 4,105

**Hiring momentum:** -6.9% — 162 new postings in the last 28 days vs 174 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 6,445
- Median salary: $64K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $45K – $101K
- Remote share: 6.5%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 6,445 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Madison, WI: Hospitals and Health Care (17% of all postings), followed by Retail and Higher Education.
- Pay in Madison, WI runs 9% below the United States median ($64K vs $70K).
- New postings for Madison, WI fell 7% in the last 28 days (162 vs 174 in the 28 days before).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Madison, WI

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 1065 | $83K |
| Retail | 522 | $37K |
| Higher Education | 512 | $60K |
| Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 239 | $129K |
| Financial Services | 168 | $98K |
| Insurance | 155 | $106K |
| Environmental Services | 135 | $62K |
| Food & Beverage Services | 112 | $40K |
| Biotechnology Research | 110 | — |
| Construction | 108 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Madison, WI

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 343 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 187 | $34K |
| Customer Service Representative | 104 | — |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | 103 | — |
| Sales Representative | 97 | $130K |
| Software Developer / Engineer | 81 | $163K |
| Medical Assistant | 75 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 68 | — |
| Sample Handler | 63 | — |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | 61 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Madison, WI

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Abbott Jobs & Careers — Medical Devices & Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/abbott?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 427 |
| [SSM Health Jobs & Careers — Catholic Health System](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/ssm-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 168 |
| [Starbucks Jobs & Careers — Coffee & Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/starbucks?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 63 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 177 employers filed 714 petitions; 3% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Madison, WI

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin–Madison | 245 | $75K |
| American Family Insurance | 101 | $120K |
| TruStage | 31 | $115K |
| Google | 14 | — |
| Deloitte | 19 | — |

[All H1B sponsors in Madison, WI](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/madison-wi?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Madison, WI?

Government and public administration, healthcare, education, and technology are Madison's dominant sectors. UW-Madison and its affiliated research enterprises drive significant biotech and IT hiring, while Epic Systems is one of the largest private employers. Financial services and insurance are also well represented.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Madison, WI?

Madison offers salaries above the Wisconsin statewide median, especially in technology, healthcare, and government. Epic Systems and UW-related employers are known for competitive compensation packages. Check the salary benchmarks on this page for current figures by role.
### Who are the top employers in Madison, WI?

Major employers include Epic Systems, UW Health, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, American Family Insurance, and the State of Wisconsin. The tech and biotech sectors also include a growing number of startups and scale-ups. See the top employers section for current job listings.
### Are remote jobs available in Madison, WI?

Yes — Madison has a strong technology and professional services employer base that widely offers remote and hybrid work. Use the work arrangement filter on this page to narrow to remote-eligible openings in Madison.
### How does Madison's job market compare to Milwaukee's?

Madison skews toward government, education, and technology roles while Milwaukee leans more toward manufacturing, finance, and healthcare. Both cities offer competitive salaries. Use the Wisconsin state jobs page to compare the two markets side by side.
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