Salary Report for New Hampshire Nurse Practitioners
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Compare New Hampshire to U.S.
New Hampshire Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $120,730 which is 2% more than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | New Hampshire | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $58.05 | $56.75 | 2.29% |
| Average Annual Salary | $120,730 | $118,040 | 2.28% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In New Hampshire, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $100,660 and $128,800 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $153,070, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $96,040, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 136 | Under $96,040 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 204 | $96,040 – $100,660 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 340 | $100,660 – $121,070 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 340 | $121,070 – $128,800 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 204 | $121,070 – $153,070 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 136 | Above $153,070 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in New Hampshire nurses earn about $116,411 per year which is more than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in New Hampshire is 4% higher than the national average, which means New Hampshire 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 $120,730, New Hampshire Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($227,130).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($36,070), LPNs ($59,140), Registered Nurses ($78,270), Nursing Instructors ($79,980), and Nurse Midwives ($111,340).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $227,130 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $120,730 |
| Nurse Midwives | $111,340 |
| Nursing Instructors | $79,980 |
| Registered Nurses | $78,270 |
| LPNs | $59,140 |
| Nursing Assistants | $36,070 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in New Hampshire the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (15,240), Nursing Assistants (8,270) and LPNs (2,260).
The three professions in New Hampshire needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (58.7%), Nursing Instructors (22.7%) and Nurse Midwives (16.7%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 14,010 | 15,240 | 8.8% | 880 |
| Nursing Assistants | 7,740 | 8,270 | 6.8% | 1,020 |
| LPNs | 2,100 | 2,260 | 7.6% | 180 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 1,090 | 1,730 | 58.7% | 140 |
| Nursing Instructors | 220 | 270 | 22.7% | 30 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 200 | 230 | 15% | 10 |
| Nurse Midwives | 60 | 70 | 16.7% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by New Hampshire Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in New Hampshire is $120,730. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Manchester ($124,910), Central New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area ($119,160) and Portsmouth ($117,850).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Manchester ($124,017), Central New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area ($118,308) and Portsmouth ($117,008).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | $124,910 | $124,017 | $-893 |
| Central New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area | $119,160 | $118,308 | $-852 |
| Portsmouth | $117,850 | $117,008 | $-842 |
| West Central-Southwest New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area | $116,400 | $115,568 | $-832 |
| Northern New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area | $116,140 | $115,310 | $-830 |
| Dover-Durham | $114,920 | $114,098 | $-822 |
Salary FAQ for New Hampshire Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Central New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $119,160
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $118,308
Hourly Wage: $57.29
Currently Employed: 190
Cost-of-Living Index: 100.72
Central New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Dover-Durham
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $114,920
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $114,098
Hourly Wage: $55
Currently Employed: 140
Cost-of-Living Index: 100.72
Dover-Durham Salary Report
Manchester
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $124,910
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $124,017
Hourly Wage: $60.05
Currently Employed: 280
Cost-of-Living Index: 100.72
Manchester Salary Report
Northern New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $116,140
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $115,310
Hourly Wage: $56
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 100.72
Northern New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Portsmouth
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $117,850
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $117,008
Hourly Wage: $56.66
Currently Employed: 150
Cost-of-Living Index: 100.72
Portsmouth Salary Report
West Central-Southwest New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $116,400
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $115,568
Hourly Wage: $56
Currently Employed: 290
Cost-of-Living Index: 100.72
West Central-Southwest New Hampshire Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Practitioners: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data