Nurse Practitioners Salary in Bellingham, WA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bellingham, WA

Median annual salary $149,560 +15.7% vs national
Median hourly $71.90
10th percentile $101,440
90th percentile $210,660
Employed locally 90
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $101,440
    25th
    $120,690
    50th (median)
    $149,560
    75th
    $160,640
    90th
    $210,660

    Bellingham economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,989 2023 • Census ACS
    Nurse Practitioners salary vs area income 185% Median Nurse Practitioners salary is 85% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Bellingham?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Bellingham, WA is $71.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.36 or more per hour.

    Is Bellingham above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Bellingham, WA is 15.7% above the national median of $129,210. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nurse Practitioners in Bellingham?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $101,440 per year in Bellingham, WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $120,690.