Pay Stub Requirements in Wisconsin
Wisconsin (WI) · Pay stub rules · Last reviewed July 2026
Federal rule
None
State statement
Usually required
Keep records
3+ years
Are Pay Stubs Required?
There is no federal law requiring pay stubs, but most states require employers to give each employee a written or electronic wage statement every pay period. Wisconsin employers should confirm the specific format and delivery rules that apply locally.
What a Pay Stub Usually Must Show
Commonly required items include gross wages, hours worked, the pay rate, every deduction, net pay, the pay-period dates, and identifying information for the employer and employee. Some states also require showing accrued sick leave.
Recordkeeping
Keep payroll records for at least three years under federal law — some states require longer. Accurate time records are the foundation of an accurate, defensible pay stub.
Wisconsin Labor-Law Snapshot
Beyond pay-stub rules, the Wisconsin minimum wage is $7.25/hour (the federal floor), overtime is about $10.88/hour, and a final paycheck is generally due by the next regular payday (within 24 hours for certain terminations) on discharge — figures your stubs need to reflect.
For Wisconsin employers these rules interact with timekeeping: accurate, audit-logged hours drive overtime, final pay, and break records. Wisconsin sets no statewide meal-break requirement and does not mandate paid rest breaks; a final paycheck is due by the next regular payday when an employee resigns. Confirm current Wisconsin figures with the state labor office before relying on any single number.
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Wisconsin Pay Stub Rules: Frequently Asked Questions
Are employers required to give pay stubs in Wisconsin?
There's no federal pay-stub law, but most states require a wage statement each pay period. Wisconsin employers should confirm the local format and delivery rules.
What must a Wisconsin pay stub include?
Typically gross wages, hours worked, pay rate, all deductions, net pay, and the pay-period dates — and in some states, accrued sick leave.
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