Nurse Practitioners Salary in Buffalo, NY

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY

Median annual salary $133,430 +3.3% vs national
Median hourly $64.15
10th percentile $99,640
90th percentile $176,260
Employed locally 1,300
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $99,640
    25th
    $119,450
    50th (median)
    $133,430
    75th
    $152,790
    90th
    $176,260

    Buffalo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,572 2023 • Census ACS
    Nurse Practitioners salary vs area income 189% Median Nurse Practitioners salary is 89% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Buffalo?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Buffalo, NY is $64.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.95 or more per hour.

    Is Buffalo above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Buffalo, NY is 3.3% 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 Buffalo?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $99,640 per year in Buffalo, NY. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $119,450.