What is the average hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners?

The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners is $59.94 per hour. This translates to approximately $124,680 per year working full-time.

What states pay Nurse Practitioners the most?

Salaries for Nurse Practitioners vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a nurse practitioner?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Nurse Practitioners Salary

Name: Nurse Practitioners Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$124,680

$59.94 / hour

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$66,080 - $214,450

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

293,780

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Nurse Practitioners Salary by Percentile

$66,080 $214,450

10th pct Median: $124,680 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$66,080	$31.77
25th Percentile	$89,770	$43.16
50th (Median)	$124,680	$59.94
75th Percentile	$172,058	$82.72
90th (Top Earners)	$214,450	$103.10
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Nurse Practitioners

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$164,578	$79.12
2	California (CA)	$155,850	$74.93
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$152,110	$73.13
4	New York (NY)	$152,110	$73.13
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$149,616	$71.93
6	Connecticut (CT)	$147,122	$70.73
7	Maryland (MD)	$147,122	$70.73
8	Hawaii (HI)	$143,382	$68.93
9	Alaska (AK)	$139,642	$67.14
10	Washington (WA)	$139,642	$67.14
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Nurse Practitioners

Nurse Practitioners work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Nurse Practitioners

Projected Growth

+13%

2022-2032

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,897,400

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Nurse Practitioners make?

The median annual salary for Nurse Practitioners is $124,680 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $66,080, while the top 10% earn $214,450 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners?

Nurse Practitioners earn a median hourly wage of $59.94 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $124,680 annually.

Is Nurse Practitioners a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $124,680, Nurse Practitioners earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Much faster than average (13% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Nurse Practitioners need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.