Healthcare Wisconsin (WI) Rank #26 of 50

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Wisconsin

The median nurse practitioner salary in Wisconsin is $114,313 per year, which is 6% below the national median of $121,610.

Median Salary

$114,313

vs National

$-7,297

State Rank

#26 of 50

Cost of Living

92%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $84,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,700 per year. The cost of living index in Wisconsin is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$84,600

$-5,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$114,680

$-7,320 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$145,700

$-9,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wisconsin

Percentile	WI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$81,874	$87,100	$-5,226
25th Percentile	$97,948	$104,200	$-6,252
Median (50th)	$114,313	$121,610	$-7,297
75th Percentile	$134,890	$143,500	$-8,610
90th Percentile	$158,108	$168,200	$-10,092

Nurse Practitioner Salary by City in Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for nurse practitioners in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Milwaukee, WI

$114,313

Pop. 577,222 · COL 92%

Madison, WI

$124,042

Pop. 269,840 · COL 100%

Green Bay, WI

$109,449

Pop. 107,395 · COL 88%

Kenosha, WI

$111,881

Pop. 99,986 · COL 90%

Racine, WI

$107,017

Pop. 77,816 · COL 86%

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Wisconsin

Education

Most nurse practitioner positions require a master's degree. Wisconsin has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Advanced AssessmentPharmacologyDiagnosisPatient EducationEMR SystemsClinical Decision-Making

Job Outlook in Wisconsin

Nationally, nurse practitioner employment is projected to grow 40% over the next decade (much faster than average). Wisconsin's demand may vary based on local industry trends.