Wisconsin workplace law quick facts
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About Wisconsin workplace law
Wisconsin workers are protected by a combination of federal law and Wisconsin state statutes. Federal law sets minimum standards that apply in all 50 states, while Wisconsin law may provide additional protections in areas like minimum wage, overtime, workers compensation, and family leave.
Key Wisconsin workplace facts for 2026: The Wisconsin minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. Workers compensation pays up to $1,551 per week for injured workers. Personal injury lawsuits must be filed within 3 years under Wisconsin law. Wisconsin has a state income tax of 7.6%. Workers in Wisconsin rely on the federal Family and Medical Leave Act for unpaid job-protected leave.
All calculators on this page use official data from Wisconsin government sources including the Wisconsin Department of Labor, Wisconsin Workers Compensation Board, Wisconsin Department of Revenue, and relevant state statutes. Data is updated annually each January and whenever significant law changes occur.