Nurse Practitioners Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $136,080 +5.3% vs national
Median hourly $65.42
10th percentile $99,560
90th percentile $182,840
Employed locally 220
National median $129,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $99,560
    25th
    $121,360
    50th (median)
    $136,080
    75th
    $157,210
    90th
    $182,840

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $103,400
    Pharmacy Technicians $49,200
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $79,820
    Paramedics $85,590
    Pharmacists $155,330
    Physicians, All Other $315,660

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Practitioners make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Practitioners in Western Washington is $65.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $94.03 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Nurse Practitioners salaries?

    The median Nurse Practitioners salary in Western Washington is 5.3% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Nurse Practitioners (10th percentile) earn around $99,560 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $121,360.