Nurse Practitioners Salary in Raleigh, NC

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Raleigh-Cary, NC

Median annual salary $131,320 +1.6% vs national
Median hourly $63.14
10th percentile $100,010
90th percentile $166,600
Employed locally 1,040
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $100,010
    25th
    $109,690
    50th (median)
    $131,320
    75th
    $138,530
    90th
    $166,600

    Raleigh economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $96,066 2023 • Census ACS
    Nurse Practitioners salary vs area income 137% Median Nurse Practitioners salary is 37% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Raleigh?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Raleigh, NC is $63.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.98 or more per hour.

    Is Raleigh above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Raleigh, NC is 1.6% 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 Raleigh?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $100,010 per year in Raleigh, NC. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $109,690.