Nurse Practitioners Salary in Chico, CA
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chico, CA
Median annual salary
$159,400
+23.4% vs national
Median hourly
$76.64
10th percentile
$127,900
90th percentile
$196,250
Employed locally
130
National median
$129,210
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Chico economic context
Unemployment rate
5.90%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$68,574
2023 • Census ACS
Nurse Practitioners salary vs area income
232%
Median Nurse Practitioners salary is 132% above the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Chico?
The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Chico, CA is $76.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $98.04 or more per hour.
Is Chico above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?
The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Chico, CA is 23.4% 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 Chico?
Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $127,900 per year in Chico, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $135,360.