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# Jobs in Waukesha, 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:** 926
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,328
- Median salary: $53K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $45K – $71K
- Remote share: 4.4%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,328 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Waukesha, WI runs 24% below the United States median ($53K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Waukesha, WI: Hospitals and Health Care (17% of all postings), followed by Electronics Manufacturing and Retail.

*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 Waukesha, WI

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 226 | $59K |
| Electronics Manufacturing | 219 | $54K |
| Retail | 118 | — |
| Electric Power | 104 | — |
| Government Administration | 67 | $65K |
| Consumer Services | 39 | — |
| Restaurants | 35 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 33 | — |
| Civil Engineering | 32 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 40 employers filed 143 petitions; 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Waukesha, WI

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| GE HealthCare | 62 | $111K |
| Generac Power Systems | 12 | — |
| Genpact | 8 | — |
| INNIO Group | 7 | — |
| Milwaukee Tool | 5 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Brookfield, WI — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/wisconsin/brookfield?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 7.2 mi | 978 | $60K |
| [Jobs in Menomonee Falls, WI — Salary & Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/wisconsin/menomonee-falls?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.9 mi | 687 | $57K |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

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

Manufacturing, healthcare, and technology are the dominant sectors in Waukesha. GE Healthcare's significant presence drives demand for engineering, manufacturing, and technical roles. ProHealth Care and other medical providers are major healthcare employers, complemented by professional services and trades.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Waukesha, WI?

Waukesha salaries are competitive relative to the Milwaukee metro, particularly for technology and engineering roles driven by GE Healthcare and similar employers. Healthcare and manufacturing wages are also strong. Review the salary benchmarks on this page for current figures by role.
### Who are the top employers in Waukesha, WI?

Major employers include GE Healthcare, ProHealth Care (now Advocate Health), Waukesha County government, and multiple manufacturers. The top employers section on this page reflects which companies currently have the most active job listings.
### Are remote jobs available in Waukesha, WI?

Remote and hybrid roles are available in Waukesha, especially in technology, engineering, and administrative functions at large employers like GE Healthcare. Use the work arrangement filter on this page to see current remote-eligible listings.
### How does Waukesha compare to Brookfield and Milwaukee for jobs?

Waukesha, Brookfield, and Milwaukee form the core Milwaukee western corridor. Waukesha skews toward manufacturing and healthcare, Brookfield toward finance and corporate services, and Milwaukee spans the full range. Use the Wisconsin state page to compare hiring across all three.
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