Nurse Practitioner salary in Connecticut
Nurse practitioners in Connecticut earn a median $138,470 a year, 5% above the national median of $132,300. That ranks #9 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $99,060.
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 | $138,470 | $11,539 | $5,326 | $66.57 |
| Average pay | $142,340 | $11,862 | $5,475 | $68.43 |
| Take-home (median) | $99,060 | $8,255 | $3,810 | $47.62 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $21,967 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $10,593 |
| Connecticut income tax and state programs | $6,851 |
| Take-home | $99,060 |
Connecticut's prices are 4% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $95,608 buys in an average-priced state. The Connecticut minimum wage is $16.94; the median nurse practitioner earns 3.9 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in Connecticut vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $138,470 | $99,060 | $95,608 |
| Massachusetts | $142,440 | $101,067 | $95,565 |
| New York | $153,510 | $107,730 | $99,823 |
| Rhode Island | $135,970 | $98,245 | $96,055 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in Connecticut?
- The median salary is $138,470 a year ($66.57 an hour), and the average is $142,340, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in Connecticut?
- About $99,060 a year after federal and Connecticut taxes, or $3,810 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in Connecticut than the national average?
- Connecticut ranks #9 of 51 for median pay, 5% above the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #40.