Healthcare Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median nurse practitioner salary in Birmingham, AL is $109,449 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$109,449
vs State Avg
+$3,648
vs National
$-12,161
Cost of Living
90%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $81,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $139,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$81,000
$-9,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$109,800
$-12,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$139,500
$-15,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $78,390
25th Percentile $93,780
Median (50th) $109,449
75th Percentile $129,150
90th Percentile $151,380

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$111,881
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$107,017
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$104,585
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$103,369
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Birmingham

Education

Most nurse practitioner positions require a master's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Advanced AssessmentPharmacologyDiagnosisPatient EducationEMR SystemsClinical Decision-Making

Job Outlook

Nationally, nurse practitioner employment is projected to grow 40% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.