Nurse Practitioner salary in New York
Nurse practitioners in New York earn a median $153,510 a year, 16% above the national median of $132,300. That ranks #6 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $107,730.
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 | $153,510 | $12,793 | $5,904 | $73.80 |
| Average pay | $153,900 | $12,825 | $5,919 | $73.99 |
| Take-home (median) | $107,730 | $8,978 | $4,143 | $51.79 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $25,576 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $11,744 |
| New York income tax and state programs | $8,460 |
| Take-home | $107,730 |
New York's prices are 8% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $99,823 buys in an average-priced state. The New York minimum wage is $16.00; the median nurse practitioner earns 4.6 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in New York vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $153,510 | $107,730 | $99,823 |
| Connecticut | $138,470 | $99,060 | $95,608 |
| Massachusetts | $142,440 | $101,067 | $95,565 |
| New Jersey | $159,310 | $111,145 | $102,150 |
| Pennsylvania | $130,140 | $96,039 | $98,429 |
| Vermont | $134,740 | $96,759 | $98,776 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in New York?
- The median salary is $153,510 a year ($73.80 an hour), and the average is $153,900, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in New York?
- About $107,730 a year after federal and New York taxes, or $4,143 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in New York than the national average?
- New York ranks #6 of 51 for median pay, 16% above the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #29.