Nurse Practitioner salary in California
Nurse practitioners in California earn a median $168,520 a year, 27% above the national median of $132,300. That ranks #1 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $112,831.
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 | $168,520 | $14,043 | $6,482 | $81.02 |
| Average pay | $176,760 | $14,730 | $6,798 | $84.98 |
| Take-home (median) | $112,831 | $9,403 | $4,340 | $54.25 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $29,179 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $12,892 |
| California income tax and state programs | $13,618 |
| Take-home | $112,831 |
California's prices are 11% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $101,907 buys in an average-priced state. The California minimum wage is $16.90; the median nurse practitioner earns 4.8 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in California vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $168,520 | $112,831 | $101,907 |
| Arizona | $134,420 | $100,184 | $99,510 |
| Nevada | $140,670 | $107,414 | $107,437 |
| Oregon | $155,680 | $103,472 | $100,107 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in California?
- The median salary is $168,520 a year ($81.02 an hour), and the average is $176,760, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in California?
- About $112,831 a year after federal and California taxes, or $4,340 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in California than the national average?
- California ranks #1 of 51 for median pay, 27% above the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #20.