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Nurse Practitioner Salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The median nurse practitioner salary in Pittsburgh, PA is $116,746 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 3% below the Pennsylvania state average.

City Median
$116,746
vs State Avg
$-3,648
vs National
$-4,864
Cost of Living
93%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Pittsburgh by Experience

In Pittsburgh, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $86,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$86,400
$-3,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,120
$-4,880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,800
$-6,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pittsburgh, PA

Percentile Pittsburgh
10th Percentile $83,616
25th Percentile $100,032
Median (50th) $116,746
75th Percentile $137,760
90th Percentile $161,472

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other Pennsylvania Cities

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Pittsburgh

Education

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