Nurse Practitioners Salary in Merced, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Merced, CA

Median annual salary $153,100 +18.5% vs national
Median hourly $73.61
10th percentile $92,010
90th percentile $176,310
Employed locally 150
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $92,010
    25th
    $125,170
    50th (median)
    $153,100
    75th
    $156,000
    90th
    $176,310

    Merced economic context

    Unemployment rate 9.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $65,044 2023 • Census ACS
    Nurse Practitioners salary vs area income 235% Median Nurse Practitioners salary is 135% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Merced?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Merced, CA is $73.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $94.09 or more per hour.

    Is Merced above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Merced, CA is 18.5% 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 Merced?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $92,010 per year in Merced, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $125,170.