Healthcare Durham, NC Pop. 283,506

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Durham, North Carolina

The median nurse practitioner salary in Durham, NC is $115,530 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 3.3% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$115,530
vs State Avg
+$3,649
vs National
$-6,080
Cost of Living
95%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Durham by Experience

In Durham, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $85,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$85,500
$-4,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$115,900
$-6,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,250
$-7,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Durham, NC

Percentile Durham
10th Percentile $82,745
25th Percentile $98,990
Median (50th) $115,530
75th Percentile $136,325
90th Percentile $159,790

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Durham

Education

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