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Nurse Practitioner Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

The median nurse practitioner salary in Raleigh, NC is $119,178 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 6.5% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$119,178
vs State Avg
+$7,297
vs National
$-2,432
Cost of Living
98%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Raleigh by Experience

In Raleigh, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $88,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $151,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$88,200
$-1,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$119,560
$-2,440 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$151,900
$-3,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Raleigh, NC

Percentile Raleigh
10th Percentile $85,358
25th Percentile $102,116
Median (50th) $119,178
75th Percentile $140,630
90th Percentile $164,836

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Raleigh

Education

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