NP Salary by State
Compare nurse practitioner salaries across all 50 states. View average, median, and percentile salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Compare nurse practitioner salaries across states using 2024 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Data source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024 data, last updated 2025-05-01)
Highest Paying States
1 California
$158,280 2 Washington
$143,680 3 New York
$138,680 4 Massachusetts
$136,080 5 New Jersey
$133,280 Fastest Growing States
1 Florida
45% growth
2 Nevada
45% growth
3 Texas
45% growth
4 Arizona
42% growth
5 Idaho
42% growth
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average NP salary in the US?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024 data), the national average salary for nurse practitioners is
$124,680, with a median of $121,610.
Salaries range from $90,970 (10th percentile) to $161,520 (90th percentile).
Which state pays NPs the most?
California pays nurse practitioners the highest average salary at $158,280 per year.
However, it's important to consider cost of living when comparing salaries. States with lower salaries
may have significantly lower living costs.
What factors affect NP salary?
Several factors influence NP salaries: geographic location, years of experience, education level,
specialty certifications, work setting (hospital, clinic, private practice), shift differentials, and union representation.
Advanced practice nurses often earn higher rates in states with full practice authority.
How often is salary data updated?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics releases updated Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) data annually,
typically in the spring. Our data was last updated on 2025-05-01 and reflects 2024 figures.
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