Nurse Practitioners Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $121,480 -6% vs national
Median hourly $58.40
10th percentile $95,000
90th percentile $161,920
Employed locally 250
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $95,000
    25th
    $101,910
    50th (median)
    $121,480
    75th
    $134,250
    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,840
    Pharmacists $139,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,460
    Physical Therapists $98,000

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $58.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 6% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $95,000 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $101,910.