Nurse Practitioners Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $122,960 -4.8% vs national
Median hourly $59.12
10th percentile $91,460
90th percentile $161,920
Employed locally 330
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $91,460
    25th
    $101,910
    50th (median)
    $122,960
    75th
    $136,090
    90th
    $161,920

    Top-paying metros for Nurse Practitioners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $225,730
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $220,330
    Napa, CA $216,380
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $171,150
    Vallejo, CA $169,990
    Salinas, CA $168,270

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Central Pennsylvania is $59.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.75 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Central Pennsylvania is 4.8% below 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $91,460 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $101,910.