Salary Report for Nevada Nurse Practitioners
Nevada Rankings
Compare Nevada to U.S.
Nevada Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $123,680 which is 4% more than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Nevada | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $59.46 | $56.75 | 4.78% |
| Average Annual Salary | $123,680 | $118,040 | 4.78% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Nevada, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $101,180 and $129,290 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $164,070, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $95,530, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 176 | Under $95,530 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 264 | $95,530 – $101,180 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 440 | $101,180 – $127,620 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 440 | $127,620 – $129,290 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 264 | $127,620 – $164,070 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 176 | Above $164,070 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Nevada nurses earn about $127,426 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in Nevada is 3% less than the national average, which means Nevada residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($35,820), LPNs ($60,490), Registered Nurses ($88,800), and Nursing Instructors ($92,190).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $123,680 |
| Nursing Instructors | $92,190 |
| Registered Nurses | $88,800 |
| LPNs | $60,490 |
| Nursing Assistants | $35,820 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Nevada the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (29,630), Nursing Assistants (10,120) and LPNs (3,890).
The three professions in Nevada needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (60.9%), LPNs (41.5%) and Nursing Assistants (40.9%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 24,040 | 29,630 | 23.3% | 1,950 |
| Nursing Assistants | 7,180 | 10,120 | 40.9% | 1,340 |
| LPNs | 2,750 | 3,890 | 41.5% | 360 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 1,330 | 2,140 | 60.9% | 170 |
| Nursing Instructors | 510 | 670 | 31.4% | 70 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 70 | 90 | 28.6% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Nevada Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in Nevada is $123,680. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Carson City ($133,750), Reno ($130,040) and Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise ($121,560).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Carson City ($139,149), Reno ($131,433) and Nevada Nonmetropolitan Area ($129,667).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carson City | $133,750 | $139,149 | $5,399 |
| Reno | $130,040 | $131,433 | $1,393 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise | $121,560 | $125,113 | $3,553 |
| Nevada Nonmetropolitan Area | $120,240 | $129,667 | $9,427 |
Salary FAQ for Nevada Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Carson City
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $133,750
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $139,149
Hourly Wage: $64.30
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 96.12
Carson City Salary Report
Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $121,560
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $125,113
Hourly Wage: $58
Currently Employed: 1,210
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.16
Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise Salary Report
Nevada Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $120,240
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $129,667
Hourly Wage: $57.81
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.73
Nevada Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Reno
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $130,040
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $131,433
Hourly Wage: $63
Currently Employed: 380
Cost-of-Living Index: 98.94
Reno Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Practitioners: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data