Nurse Practitioner Salary in New York: $161,622 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New York's 39 metropolitan areas, the average median nurse practitioner pay sits at $161,622/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1171. Because New York sits at BEA RPP 115.9 (16% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $139,450 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: New York ($163,340), Poughkeepsie ($154,077), Kiryas Joel ($151,740).
In New York, the average median salary for nurse practitioners is projected to reach $161,622 in 2026, which is significantly higher than the national median salary of $136,864, marking an 18.1% increase. The highest paying city for nurse practitioners in the state is New York, with an average salary of $168,975, while the lowest is Cortland at $129,348, reflecting a gap of $39,627. This disparity can be attributed to the differences in the cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and the concentration of healthcare facilities in urban versus rural areas. New York's state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws allow nurse practitioners a degree of autonomy in their practice, which can impact salary levels. The demand for nurse practitioners is expected to grow at an annual CAGR of 3.45%, reflecting a steady need for healthcare providers due to an aging population and increased access to healthcare services. With a total of 28,610 nurse practitioners employed in the state and top-paying cities including Poughkeepsie ($159,393), Kiryas Joel ($156,975), Kingston ($156,592), and Newburgh ($153,565), the job market offers opportunities for growth and advancement in various settings.
New York Nurse Practitioner Salary Range
Overall salary range in New York: $102,115 (lowest entry-level) to $228,738 (highest top earner)
New York vs National Average
New York nurse practitioners earn 18.09% more than the national median (+$24,758/year difference).
New York Nurse Practitioner Salary Distribution (2026)
Nurse Practitioner salaries in New York range from $130,728 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $200,103 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $161,622. The New York median is $24,758 above the US national median of $136,864. The average hourly rate is $77.70/hr. Approximately 28,610 nurse practitioners are employed across 39 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$119,450
2025 BLS Actual
$156,232
2026 Current Est.
$161,622
2019–2027 Growth
+40.0%
Salary Trajectory for Nurse Practitioners in New York (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.45% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $119,450 | Actual |
| 2020 | $123,508 | Actual |
| 2021 | $123,924 | Actual |
| 2022 | $140,092 | Actual |
| 2023 | $142,890 | Actual |
| 2024 | $147,169 | Actual |
| 2025 | $156,232 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $161,622 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $167,198 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New York metropolitan area, the median nurse practitioner salary grew 30.8% from $119,450 (2019) to $156,232 (2025). At a 3.45% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $167,198 by 2027 — a total increase of $47,748 (39.97%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New York metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.45% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New York
Lowest Paying Cities in New York
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Cortland | $129,348 |
| Plattsburgh | $129,738 |
| Oneonta | $131,090 |
| Amsterdam | $131,407 |
| Lackawanna | $131,470 |
Best Value Cities for Nurse Practitioners in New York
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New York cities offer the most purchasing power for nurse practitioners.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown | $138,520 | 87.69 | $157,966 |
| Kingston | $156,592 | 100.709 | $155,490 |
| Binghamton | $143,827 | 92.863 | $154,881 |
| Elmira | $143,485 | 94.398 | $152,000 |
| Utica | $140,475 | 92.678 | $151,573 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New York
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $130,728 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $161,622 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $200,103 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New York metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 39 Cities in New York
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $168,975 |
| 2 | Poughkeepsie | $159,393 |
| 3 | Kiryas Joel | $156,975 |
| 4 | Kingston | $156,592 |
| 5 | Newburgh | $153,565 |
| 6 | Yonkers | $144,092 |
| 7 | Binghamton | $143,827 |
| 8 | Elmira | $143,485 |
| 9 | Troy | $141,990 |
| 10 | Ithaca | $141,706 |
| 11 | New Rochelle | $141,122 |
| 12 | Utica | $140,475 |
| 13 | Mount Vernon | $139,543 |
| 14 | Albany | $139,233 |
| 15 | Rome | $139,042 |
| 16 | Watertown | $138,520 |
| 17 | Long Beach | $138,468 |
| 18 | Glens Falls | $138,426 |
| 19 | Niagara Falls | $138,391 |
| 20 | Spring Valley | $136,909 |
| 21 | Buffalo | $136,782 |
| 22 | White Plains | $136,728 |
| 23 | Syracuse | $136,564 |
| 24 | Jamestown | $136,560 |
| 25 | Valley Stream | $136,342 |
| 26 | Schenectady | $136,210 |
| 27 | Middletown | $135,775 |
| 28 | Hempstead | $135,627 |
| 29 | Saratoga Springs | $134,958 |
| 30 | North Tonawanda | $134,162 |
| 31 | Auburn | $133,508 |
| 32 | Freeport | $133,127 |
| 33 | Rochester | $132,530 |
| 34 | Oswego | $131,746 |
| 35 | Lackawanna | $131,470 |
| 36 | Amsterdam | $131,407 |
| 37 | Oneonta | $131,090 |
| 38 | Plattsburgh | $129,738 |
| 39 | Cortland | $129,348 |
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Written by Maria Gonzalez, MSN, NP-C
Career Analyst
Maria has 10 years of experience in adult healthcare. She works in a community health clinic. Her specialty is chronic disease management.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.45% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 nurse practitioner compensation across New York. State averages are employment-weighted across 39 metro areas — larger metro areas with more nurse practitionerscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.45%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for nurse practitioners (SOC 29-1171).
Compiled and verified by Maria Gonzalez, MSN, NP-C, a licensed nurse practitioner with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov