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Nurse Practitioners Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Nurse Practitioners make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$168,520
Median Annual Salary
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+1.1% vs 2024
$176,760
Mean Salary
$168,520
Median Salary
$81.02
Hourly Rate
25,120 people work as Nurse Practitioners in California
Nurse Practitioners salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Nurse Practitioners in California earn a median salary of $168,520 per year ($14,043/month).
This is 26.0% above the national average of $133,771.
California ranks #1 out of 51 states for Nurse Practitioners pay.
Approximately 25,120 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 1.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Nurse Practitioners
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Active Listening
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Complex Problem Solving
4.12
Writing
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
4.83
English Language
4.26
Biology
4.22
Psychology
4.17
Customer and Personal Service
4.13
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(65.2% of workers)
Salaries for Nurse Practitioners in California range from $120,340 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $240,830 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $145,980 and $209,350.
How much do Nurse Practitioners make in California?
The median annual salary for Nurse Practitioners in California is $168,520 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $176,760.
What is the salary range for a Nurse Practitioners in California?
Salaries for Nurse Practitioners in California range from $120,340 at the 10th percentile to $240,830 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $145,980 and $209,350.
What is the starting salary for a Nurse Practitioners in California?
Entry-level Nurse Practitioners positions in California typically start around $120,340 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $145,980 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Nurse Practitioners in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 25,120 people are employed as Nurse Practitioners in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Nurse Practitioners in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Nurse Practitioners in California is approximately $81.02 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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