Nurse Practitioners Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $132,230 +2.3% vs national
Median hourly $63.57
10th percentile $99,910
90th percentile $176,310
Employed locally 680
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $99,910
    25th
    $118,320
    50th (median)
    $132,230
    75th
    $156,560
    90th
    $176,310

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Nurse Practitioners salary vs area income 195% Median Nurse Practitioners salary is 95% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Tucson, AZ is $63.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.30 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Tucson, AZ is 2.3% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $99,910 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $118,320.