Salary Report for Kansas Nurse Practitioners
Kansas Rankings
Compare Kansas to U.S.
Kansas Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $108,710 which is 7% less than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Kansas | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $52.27 | $56.75 | -7.89% |
| Average Annual Salary | $108,710 | $118,040 | -7.90% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Kansas, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $96,420 and $121,470 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $128,550, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $78,480, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 263 | Under $78,480 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 394 | $78,480 – $96,420 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 658 | $96,420 – $100,590 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 658 | $100,590 – $121,470 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 394 | $100,590 – $128,550 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 263 | Above $128,550 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Kansas nurses earn about $117,702 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in Kansas is 8% less than the national average, which means Kansas residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $108,710, Kansas Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($159,560).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($29,730), LPNs ($46,550), Nurse Midwives ($59,960), Nursing Instructors ($66,130), and Registered Nurses ($66,560).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $159,560 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $108,710 |
| Registered Nurses | $66,560 |
| Nursing Instructors | $66,130 |
| Nurse Midwives | $59,960 |
| LPNs | $46,550 |
| Nursing Assistants | $29,730 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Kansas the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (33,190), Nursing Assistants (23,130) and LPNs (7,320).
The three professions in Kansas needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (45.1%), Nursing Instructors (21.8%) and Nurse Anesthetists (9%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 30,920 | 33,190 | 7.3% | 1,890 |
| Nursing Assistants | 22,160 | 23,130 | 4.4% | 2,830 |
| LPNs | 6,940 | 7,320 | 5.5% | 580 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 2,730 | 3,960 | 45.1% | 300 |
| Nursing Instructors | 780 | 950 | 21.8% | 100 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 780 | 850 | 9% | 50 |
Salaries Ranked by Kansas Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in Kansas is $108,710. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Topeka ($113,850), Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area ($109,970) and Manhattan ($107,920).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Topeka ($126,514), Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area ($125,766) and Lawrence ($115,101).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Practitioners in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Practitioners salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka | $113,850 | $126,514 | $12,664 |
| Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area | $109,970 | $125,766 | $15,796 |
| Manhattan | $107,920 | $115,090 | $7,170 |
| Lawrence | $107,320 | $115,101 | $7,781 |
| Wichita | $100,320 | $109,127 | $8,807 |
Salary FAQ for Kansas Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $109,970
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $125,766
Hourly Wage: $52.87
Currently Employed: 600
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.44
Kansas Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Lawrence
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $107,320
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $115,101
Hourly Wage: $52
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.24
Lawrence Salary Report
Manhattan
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $107,920
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $115,090
Hourly Wage: $51.88
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.77
Manhattan Salary Report
Topeka
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $113,850
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $126,514
Hourly Wage: $55
Currently Employed: 340
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.99
Topeka Salary Report
Wichita
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $100,320
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $109,127
Hourly Wage: $48.23
Currently Employed: 500
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.93
Wichita Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Practitioners: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data