Healthcare Kansas City, KS Pop. 156,607

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Kansas City, Kansas

The median nurse practitioner salary in Kansas City, KS is $107,017 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% above the Kansas state average.

City Median
$107,017
vs State Avg
+$1,216
vs National
$-14,593
Cost of Living
88%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Kansas City by Experience

In Kansas City, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $79,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$79,200
$-10,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$107,360
$-14,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,400
$-18,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kansas City, KS

Percentile Kansas City
10th Percentile $76,648
25th Percentile $91,696
Median (50th) $107,017
75th Percentile $126,280
90th Percentile $148,016

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other Kansas Cities

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Kansas City

Education

Most nurse practitioner positions require a master's degree. Kansas City and the surrounding Kansas 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 Kansas City may vary based on local industry and population growth.