Salary Report for Massachusetts Nurse Practitioners
Massachusetts Rankings
Compare Massachusetts to U.S.
Massachusetts Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $129,540 which is 9% more than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Massachusetts | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $62.28 | $56.75 | 9.74% |
| Average Annual Salary | $129,540 | $118,040 | 9.74% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Massachusetts, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $104,160 and $134,900 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $167,980, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $98,860, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 733 | Under $98,860 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 1,100 | $98,860 – $104,160 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,832 | $104,160 – $128,160 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,832 | $128,160 – $134,900 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 1,100 | $128,160 – $167,980 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 733 | Above $167,980 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Massachusetts nurses earn about $120,570 per year which is more than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in Massachusetts is 7% higher than the national average, which means Massachusetts residents have an overall higher 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 $129,540, Massachusetts Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($219,680).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($37,680), LPNs ($61,820), Registered Nurses ($96,630), Nursing Instructors ($102,620), and Nurse Midwives ($129,360).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $219,680 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $129,540 |
| Nurse Midwives | $129,360 |
| Nursing Instructors | $102,620 |
| Registered Nurses | $96,630 |
| LPNs | $61,820 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Massachusetts the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (92,400), Nursing Assistants (34,620) and LPNs (13,780).
The three professions in Massachusetts needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (49.4%), Nursing Instructors (25.5%) and Nurse Anesthetists (11.1%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 87,860 | 92,400 | 5.2% | 5,130 |
| Nursing Assistants | 39,710 | 34,620 | -12.8% | 3,970 |
| LPNs | 15,610 | 13,780 | -11.7% | 930 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 7,240 | 10,820 | 49.4% | 830 |
| Nursing Instructors | 2,780 | 3,490 | 25.5% | 360 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 450 | 500 | 11.1% | 30 |
| Nurse Midwives | 300 | 330 | 10% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by Massachusetts Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in Massachusetts is $129,540. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Boston-Cambridge-Nashua ($132,070), New Bedford ($126,970) and Worcester ($126,230).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Boston-Cambridge-Nashua ($121,488), New Bedford ($116,797) and Worcester ($116,116).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Nashua | $132,070 | $121,488 | $-10,582 |
| New Bedford | $126,970 | $116,797 | $-10,173 |
| Worcester | $126,230 | $116,116 | $-10,114 |
| Barnstable Town | $120,600 | $110,937 | $-9,663 |
| Pittsfield | $119,050 | $109,512 | $-9,538 |
| Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area | $117,130 | $107,745 | $-9,385 |
| Springfield | $117,030 | $107,653 | $-9,377 |
| Leominster-Gardner | $116,640 | $107,295 | $-9,345 |
Salary FAQ for Massachusetts Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Barnstable Town
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $120,600
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $110,937
Hourly Wage: $57.98
Currently Employed: 230
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Barnstable Town Salary Report
Boston-Cambridge-Nashua
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $132,070
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $121,488
Hourly Wage: $64
Currently Employed: 5,610
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Boston-Cambridge-Nashua Salary Report
Leominster-Gardner
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $116,640
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $107,295
Hourly Wage: $56.08
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Leominster-Gardner Salary Report
Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $117,130
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $107,745
Hourly Wage: $56
Currently Employed: 120
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
New Bedford
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $126,970
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $116,797
Hourly Wage: $61.05
Currently Employed: 120
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
New Bedford Salary Report
Pittsfield
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $119,050
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $109,512
Hourly Wage: $57
Currently Employed: 50
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Pittsfield Salary Report
Springfield
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $117,030
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $107,653
Hourly Wage: $56.27
Currently Employed: 530
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Springfield Salary Report
Worcester
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $126,230
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $116,116
Hourly Wage: $61
Currently Employed: 650
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Worcester Salary Report
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