Nurse Practitioners
Occupation
$129,210
National Median Salary
$62.12
Median Hourly Wage
307,390
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+35.5%
10 Year Change
$95,350
2014 Median
$129,210
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Nurse Practitioners
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities | $172,800 | 50 |
| Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities | $160,330 | 1,580 |
| Offices of Chiropractors | $149,450 | 800 |
| Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals | $145,620 | 1,690 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services | $143,430 | 930 |
Top Paying States for Nurse Practitioners
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| California | $166,610 | 20,980 |
| New Jersey | $149,620 | 9,590 |
| Alaska | $145,450 | 570 |
| New York | $145,390 | 20,430 |
| Oregon | $144,600 | 2,430 |
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Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities
Offices of Chiropractors
Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals
Scientific Research and Development Services
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Grantmaking and Giving Services
Pharmacies and Drug Retailers
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals
Outpatient Care Centers