What’s the True Cost of Hiring an HR Generalist in Wisconsin?

Did you know that hiring an entry-level HR Generalist in Wisconsin could cost your business over $68,000 per year? Many business owners underestimate the financial impact of managing HR in-house, thinking it’s just a salary expense. In reality, the true cost includes payroll taxes, benefits, training, compliance, and turnover.

Here’s a detailed breakdown:

• Average Salary: $68,133 per year
  
  
• Hourly Wage: $32.76 per hour
  
  
• Weekly Pay: $1,310 per week
  
  
• Salary Range: $50,600 - $72,000, with top earners making $90,943 annually
  
  
• 25th Percentile: $52,500 | 75th Percentile: $74,700 | Top Earners (90th Percentile): $94,374
  
  

And that’s just the base salary—not including the additional costs of benefits, software, compliance, and administrative overhead.

A Cost Comparison: In-House HR vs. Outsourcing to Ahead HR

For a company with 15 employees, hiring an in-house HR professional could easily exceed $52,000 annually when you factor in:

Expense	In-House HR	Ahead HR
Base Salary	$52,000+	Included in flat-rate fee
Payroll Software	$2,500+ annually	Included
Benefits Admin Fees	$3,000+	Included
Compliance & CPA Testing	$2,000+	Included
Total Cost	$52,000+	Under $20,000

How Ahead HR Saves You Over $32,000 Per Year

Instead of managing HR in-house, Ahead HR provides a full-service HR and payroll solution for under $20,000 per year—bringing your cost down to just $9.20 per hour. Plus, you’ll eliminate additional expenses like:

• 401(k) administration and CPA testing fees
• Payroll software costs
• HR and benefits administration fees
• Paid vacations, sick days, and recruitment costs for HR staff

More Than Just Cost Savings—Here’s What You Get

When you outsource HR to Ahead HR, you don’t just save money—you gain an expert HR partner that helps you navigate compliance, payroll, and employee management with ease.

• Local Expertise – We understand Wisconsin businesses and are here to support you personally.
• Customized HR Solutions – Tailored to your specific needs, no matter your business size or growth stage.
• Full Payroll & Benefits Management – From payroll processing to benefits administration, we handle it all.
• Compliance Assurance – Stay up to date with state and federal labor laws, minimizing risk.
• Dedicated Support – No call centers—just local HR professionals who know your business.

How Much Could You Save? Let’s Find Out.

Business owners are often surprised when they realize the true cost of handling HR internally. If you’re ready to cut costs and get expert HR support, let’s talk.