Nurse Practitioner salary in Arizona
Nurse practitioners in Arizona earn a median $134,420 a year, 2% above the national median of $132,300. That ranks #17 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $100,184.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-1171. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $134,420 | $11,202 | $5,170 | $64.63 |
| Average pay | $140,600 | $11,717 | $5,408 | $67.60 |
| Take-home (median) | $100,184 | $8,349 | $3,853 | $48.17 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $20,995 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $10,283 |
| Arizona income tax | $2,958 |
| Take-home | $100,184 |
Arizona's prices are 1% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $99,510 buys in an average-priced state. The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15; the median nurse practitioner earns 4.3 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in Arizona vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $134,420 | $100,184 | $99,510 |
| California | $168,520 | $112,831 | $101,907 |
| Colorado | $132,930 | $96,398 | $93,543 |
| New Mexico | $137,520 | $99,853 | $108,287 |
| Nevada | $140,670 | $107,414 | $107,437 |
| Utah | $130,920 | $94,924 | $96,015 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in Arizona?
- The median salary is $134,420 a year ($64.63 an hour), and the average is $140,600, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in Arizona?
- About $100,184 a year after federal and Arizona taxes, or $3,853 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in Arizona than the national average?
- Arizona ranks #17 of 51 for median pay, 2% above the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #32.