Nurse Practitioners Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $137,690 +6.6% vs national
Median hourly $66.20
10th percentile $103,940
90th percentile $187,260
Employed locally 70
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $103,940
    25th
    $126,520
    50th (median)
    $137,690
    75th
    $166,350
    90th
    $187,260

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $97,370
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians $46,020
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,740
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $82,190
    Occupational Therapists $99,930
    Speech-Language Pathologists $108,290

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Massachusetts is $66.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $97.42 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Massachusetts is 6.6% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $103,940 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $126,520.