[hen-ui-dynamic-experience placement=”aboveTheFold” /][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/nurse-practitioner/”]Nurse practitioners[/hen-ui-link] (NPs) rank among the highest-paid nursing positions. Find out which NP careers pay the most and how to get started in these fields.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]NPs typically enjoy more job opportunities and higher salaries than [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/registered-nursing/”]registered nurses[/hen-ui-link] (RNs). The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that, as of 2023, RNs earned a median annual salary of $86,070, compared to an NP’s annual median salary of $126,260. Prospective NPs can choose from various specialties and subspecialties, many offering [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/nurse-practitioner/salary-by-state/”]six-figure salaries[/hen-ui-link].[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]An RN can enter the nursing field with an associate or bachelor’s degree. However, due to their expanded responsibilities and scope of practice, NPs must obtain [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/degrees/msn/”]master of science in nursing[/hen-ui-link] (MSN) degrees and specialty certifications.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Read on to learn about the highest-paid NP specialties.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-flex gap=”xl” align=”left” direction=”column”][hen-ui-flex gap=”xs” align=”left” direction=”column”][hen-ui-heading variant=”h2″]Popular Online MSN Programs[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″ color=”subtext”]Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-flex][hen-ui-dynamic-experience placement=”belowTheFold” /][/hen-ui-flex][hen-ui-heading variant=”h2″]Top 10 Highest-Paying Nurse Practitioner Careers[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]While the 10 highest-paid NP specialties offer annual salaries above $100,000, an NP’s earning potential ultimately depends on their employer, location, professional experience, and other factors.[/hen-ui-text]

[hen-ui-table][hen-ui-table-caption]Top 10 Highest-Paying Nurse Practitioner Careers[/hen-ui-table-caption][hen-ui-table-header][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Rank[/hen-ui-table-head][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Specialty[/hen-ui-table-head][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Median Annual Salary[/hen-ui-table-head][/hen-ui-table-row][/hen-ui-table-header][hen-ui-table-body][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]1[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$139,152[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]2[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Neonatal Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$138,396[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]3[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner [/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$134,456[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]4[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$126,193[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]5[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Oncology Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$125,923[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]6[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Cardiology Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$123,657[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]7[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Family Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$122,355[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]8[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Surgical Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$121,349[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]9[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner [/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$119,576[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Rank”]10[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Specialty”]Pediatric Nurse Practitioner[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Median Annual Salary”]$119,253[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][/hen-ui-table-body][/hen-ui-table]

[hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]1. Aesthetic NP – $139,152[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Aesthetic NPs focus on [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/articles/meet-a-cosmetic-nurse/”]cosmetic medical procedures[/hen-ui-link] that enhance patients’ appearances. Typical duties include counseling patients on procedures like laser hair removal, administering injections like Botox, and caring for patients during recovery.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]These NPs must have MSN degrees and [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/careers/advanced-practice-nursing/”]advanced practice registered nurse[/hen-ui-link] (APRN) authorization from their state. Although an aesthetic nursing certification is not required, they are recommended. Available certifications include dermatology certified nurse practitioner, plastic surgery certified nurse, and aesthetic nurse specialist.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text] With [hen-ui-link href=”https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/american-society-of-plastic-surgeons-reveals-2022s-most-sought-after-procedures” target=”_blank”]increasing interest in cosmetic procedures[/hen-ui-link] and acceptance of plastic surgery, the demand for cosmetic procedures has grown substantially. As a result, aesthetic NPs have a strong job outlook as the popularity of cosmetic procedures continues to rise.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment:[/hen-ui-text] Aesthetic NPs often work in dermatology offices, plastic surgery offices, cosmetic surgery centers, private practices, hospitals, and medical spas.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]2. Neonatal NP – $138,396[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]These NPs care for newborns who may have been born prematurely or with complications. Neonatal NPs collaborate with physicians, order and interpret clinical tests, prescribe medication, and recommend treatments. A neonatal NP must hold an MSN, an RN license, state authorization for advanced nursing practice, and certified neonatal nurse practitioner credentials.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text] According to the [hen-ui-link href=”https://nann.org/uploads/About/PositionPDFS/State_of_Neonatal_APRN_Role_and_Action_2022.pdf” target=”_blank”]National Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners[/hen-ui-link], hospitals are expanding their neonatal intensive care units, and 7% of neonatal NPs are expected to retire by 2025. Thanks to the growing demand for this specialization, [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/careers/neonatal-nurse/”]neonatal NPs[/hen-ui-link] are among the highest-paid nurse practitioners. Individuals planning to enter this field can expect to find ample job opportunities.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment:[/hen-ui-text] Neonatal NPs work in hospital delivery rooms, neonatal units, and physicians’ offices.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]3. Emergency Room NP – $134,456[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/nurse-practitioner/specializations/”]Emergency room NPs[/hen-ui-link] treat patients with acute and critical illnesses. Typical duties include patient assessment, diagnosing conditions, ordering diagnostic tests, providing emergency interventions, and developing treatment plants.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]These NPs must have advanced nursing degrees, RN licensure, and APRN credentials. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board offers [hen-ui-link href=”https://www.aanpcert.org/certs/enp” target=”_blank”]emergency nurse practitioner certification[/hen-ui-link] for NPs, although certification is not a requirement.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text] Emergency rooms face issues such as overcrowding, higher patient volumes, and increased demand. Consequently, emergency room NPs are in greater demand to provide timely emergency care and reduce healthcare burdens.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment: [/hen-ui-text]Emergency room NPs work in hospitals’ emergency departments, trauma centers, urgent care, mobile healthcare units, and medical transport.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]4. Orthopedic NP – $126,193[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Orthopedic NPs care for patients with muscular or skeletal conditions like arthritis, osteoporosis, scoliosis, and fractures. They provide basic care, help patients regain mobility after surgery, provide education, and coordinate care with physicians.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]An orthopedic NP must hold an MSN degree and APRN authorization from their state. They need to complete at least 2,000 hours of APRN practice and obtain certification from the Orthopedic Nurses Certification Board.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text] While data for orthopedic NP job growth is unclear, they can expect growth similar to the 45% for all NPs. Orthopedic NPs also face an aging U.S. population that requires more specialists to treat and manage chronic conditions like arthritis, back pain, and joint issues.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment:[/hen-ui-text] Orthopedic NPs work in doctor’s offices, bone and joint clinics, nursing and rehabilitation facilities, and inpatient and outpatient practices.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]5. Oncology NP – $125,923[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Oncology NPs specialize in treating cancer patients. They assist surgeons during operations, collaborate with attending physicians to develop care plans, order tests and analyze results, and provide patients and their families with education.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]They must possess MSNs, hold APRN licensure, and pass an exam with the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation. Candidates eligible for the credential must each complete at least two years of RN experience and 2,000 practice hours in oncology nursing.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text]A projected increase in cancer rates across all U.S. demographic groups should drive the demand for oncology NPs, with the [hen-ui-link href=”https://seer.cancer.gov/statfacts/html/all.html” target=”_blank”]National Cancer Institute[/hen-ui-link] expecting more than 2 million new cancer cases in 2024. Approximately 40% of adults will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lives.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment: [/hen-ui-text]Oncology NPs work in any setting that provides cancer treatment, including hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, and hospice care facilities.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]6. Cardiology NP – $123,657[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Cardiology NPs work with physicians to treat diseases of the heart, blood vessels, and circulatory system. They provide care for adults with chronic diseases like hypertension or children with congenital heart defects. They administer clinical tests, interpret the results, and educate patients and families.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]These nurses need an MSN degree and state authorization for advanced nursing practice. After 2,000 hours of clinical practice in cardiovascular nursing, they can obtain the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) cardiac vascular nursing certification or the cardiovascular nursing level I certification from the American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook: [/hen-ui-text]According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the [hen-ui-link href=”https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/facts.htm#:~:text=One%20person%20dies%20every%2037,1%20in%20every%204%20deaths.&text=Heart%20disease%20costs%20the%20United,year%20from%202014%20to%202015.” target=”_blank”]leading cause of death[/hen-ui-link] among adults in the United States. As a result, the demand for cardiology NPs should expand.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment:[/hen-ui-text]These nurses practice in inpatient and outpatient settings, including emergency rooms, cardiac clinics, nursing care facilities, and private practices.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]7. Family NP – $122,355[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Family NPs perform [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/nurse-practitioner/can-nurse-practitioners-prescribe-medication/”]many of the same duties as physicians[/hen-ui-link], providing basic healthcare and managing acute and chronic conditions for patients of all ages. Depending on their state’s practice authority policies, family NPs may work independently or under physician supervision.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Prospective family NPs must hold active RN licensure and MSN or doctoral degrees from accredited family NP programs. The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the AANC offer family NP certifications.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text] Multiple factors have amplified the need for family NPs, as demand for primary and preventive care has grown amid physician shortages. As a result, facilities hire more family nurse practitioners to assist with patient care.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment:[/hen-ui-text]Family NPs practice in settings like hospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, schools, and community centers.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]8. Surgical NP – $121,349[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Surgical NPs perform preoperative assessments, assist surgeons during operations, conduct postoperative assessments, assist patients during recovery, and complete admission and discharge paperwork.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses administers the certified medical-surgical registered nurse credential. After completing MSN degrees, surgical nurses may pursue specialty certifications in intensive care, adult cardiac surgery, and plastic surgery.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text] [hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/careers/surgical-nurse/how-to-become/”]Surgical nursing[/hen-ui-link] should remain an in-demand specialty as the aging population and increasing chronic health conditions require more surgical interventions.[hen-ui-link href=”https://aornjournal.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aorn.13277″ target=”_blank”]The Association of Perioperative Nurses[/hen-ui-link] anticipates a shortage of these NPs due to retiring nurses and a lack of interest from nursing students.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment:[/hen-ui-text]These NPs work in hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, Veterans’ Administration medical centers, private surgery specialty clinics, and physician’s offices.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]9. Psychiatric Mental Health NP – $119,576[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Psychiatric and mental health NPs (PMHNPs) use their nursing, psychological, and neurobiological training to evaluate, diagnose, and treat individuals, families, groups, or communities. They may work under a physician’s supervision, depending on the state. Many PMHNPs supervise RNs and nursing assistants.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Prospective PMHNPs must complete an MSN or doctoral degree and study at least two psychotherapeutic treatment modalities. PMHNPs must also earn certification from the AANC and obtain authorization to practice from their state’s nursing board.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook:[/hen-ui-text] With [hen-ui-link href=”https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/mental-illness” target=”_blank”]1 in 5 U.S. adults[/hen-ui-link] living with mental illness and less than half receiving treatment, demand for PMHNPs is likely to grow. The [hen-ui-link href=”https://bhw.hrsa.gov/sites/default/files/bureau-health-workforce/data-research/physician-assistants-2018.pdf” target=”_blank”]National Center for Health Workforce Analysis[/hen-ui-link]projects that 6,690 PMHNPs will enter the workforce from 2016-30, representing an 18% job growth rate.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment: [/hen-ui-text]Common work settings for PMHMPs include hospitals, schools, mental health clinics, private psychiatric practices, social service agencies, correctional facilities, and public health departments.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-card variant=”background-white” border=”stroke” padding=”lg”] [hen-ui-card-content] [hen-ui-heading variant=”h3″]10. Pediatric NP – $119,253[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/careers/pediatric-nurse/”]Pediatric nurse practitioners[/hen-ui-link] provide healthcare for sick and healthy infants, young children, and adolescents through 21 years of age. Their job duties vary by workplace but may include diagnosing and treating conditions, assessing growth and development, prescribing medications, ordering tests, and educating patients and their families.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Pediatric NPs must obtain certification through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board to practice in primary care or acute care pediatric specialties. Each candidate for certification needs an MSN, a valid RN license, and 500 clinical hours of supervised direct care.[/hen-ui-text][hen-ui-list variant=”unordered” bullet-style=”bullet”] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Job Outlook: [/hen-ui-text]The current demand for these NPs outpaces the supply. According to AANP, less than 3% of all NPs become certified in pediatric primary care, with less than 1% in pediatric acute care. Job opportunities for pediatric NPs with full practice authority should expand in response to the anticipated physician shortage.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item] [hen-ui-list-item][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-text tag=”strong” weight=”bold”]Work Environment:[/hen-ui-text]Pediatric NPs can find job opportunities in many healthcare settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, pediatrician specialty offices, school-based clinics, urgent care centers, and community health facilities.[/hen-ui-text][/hen-ui-list-item][/hen-ui-list] [/hen-ui-card-content][/hen-ui-card][hen-ui-heading variant=”h2″]Top-Paying States for Nurse Practitioners[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]While NP salaries vary considerably throughout the country, the highest-paying NP jobs can generally be found on the West Coast.[/hen-ui-text]

[hen-ui-table][hen-ui-table-caption]Top-Paying States for NPs[/hen-ui-table-caption][hen-ui-table-header][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]State[/hen-ui-table-head][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Hourly Wage[/hen-ui-table-head][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Annual Mean Wage[/hen-ui-table-head][/hen-ui-table-row][/hen-ui-table-header][hen-ui-table-body][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”State”]California[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Wage”]$77.66[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$161,540[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”State”]Nevada[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Wage”]$71.48[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$148,670[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”State”]Washington[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Wage”]$69.90[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$145,400[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”State”]New Jersey[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Wage”]$69.73[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$145,030[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”State”]Oregon[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Wage”]$69,69[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$144,950[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][/hen-ui-table-body][/hen-ui-table]

[hen-ui-heading variant=”h2″]Top-Paying Industries for Nurse Practitioners[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-text variant=”b4″][hen-ui-link href=”https://nursejournal.org/nurse-practitioner/salary-by-state/”]NP salary[/hen-ui-link] levels vary among workplaces, and aspiring NPs should consider employment settings beyond hospitals and doctor’s offices.[/hen-ui-text]

[hen-ui-table][hen-ui-table-caption]Top-Paying Industries for NPs[/hen-ui-table-caption][hen-ui-table-header][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Industry[/hen-ui-table-head][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Hourly Mean Wage[/hen-ui-table-head][hen-ui-table-head scope=”col”]Annual Mean Wage[/hen-ui-table-head][/hen-ui-table-row][/hen-ui-table-header][hen-ui-table-body][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Industry”]Business Support Services[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Mean Wage”]$86.81[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$180,570[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Industry”]Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Mean Wage”]$76.03[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$158,140[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Industry”]Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Mean Wage”]$73.84[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$153,580[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Industry”]Home Health Care Services[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Mean Wage”]$70.60[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$146,850[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-row][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Industry”]Other Ambulatory Health Care Services[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Hourly Mean Wage”]$69.51[/hen-ui-table-cell][hen-ui-table-cell data-title=”Annual Mean Wage”]$144,570[/hen-ui-table-cell][/hen-ui-table-row][/hen-ui-table-body][/hen-ui-table]

[hen-ui-heading variant=”h2″]Nurse Practitioner Salary FAQ[/hen-ui-heading][hen-ui-accordion variant=”no-background”] [hen-ui-accordion-item title=”What type of nurse practitioner gets paid the most?” expanded=”true”] [hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]Aesthetic NPs make the most compared to NPs in other specialties. However, even within the same NP specialty, location and facility type can greatly affect salary.[/hen-ui-text] [/hen-ui-accordion-item] [hen-ui-accordion-item title=”How much do nurse practitioners make?”] [hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]The most recent BLS wage dataindicates a mean annual wage for all NPs of $128,490. Earnings vary according to location, facility, specialty, educational background, certifications, and professional experience. The lowest-paid NPs make $94,530 a year, while the top 10% of earners earn $168,030.[/hen-ui-text] [/hen-ui-accordion-item] [hen-ui-accordion-item title=”What pays more, a nurse practitioner or an RN?”] [hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]NPs usually earn more than RNs due to their advanced training, clinical experience, and certifications. The median RN salary is $34,000 less than the median NP salary. NP positions are growing faster than RNs, with a 45% growth rate for NP jobs from 2022-2032, compared to 6% for RNs.[/hen-ui-text] [/hen-ui-accordion-item] [hen-ui-accordion-item title=”What nurse practitioner career is in the highest demand?”] [hen-ui-text variant=”b4″]The demand for family NPs, gerontology NPs, and psychiatric-mental health NPs is at its highest, fueled by the urgent need to address gaps in primary care and mental healthcare.[/hen-ui-text] [/hen-ui-accordion-item][/hen-ui-accordion]