Nurse Practitioner Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Nurse Practitioner Salary
$58.77/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts is $58.77 per hour. This is 28% lower than the US average of $75.45.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Nurse Practitioner salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$58.77/hour
Massachusetts
28% lower than the US average.
$75.45/hour
United States
What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for Nurse Practitioners?
Everett, Massachusetts, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Lynn, Massachusetts pay Nurse Practitioners the most, all averaging $59 per hour. Everett, Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $80. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Nurse Practitioners is $59 per hour — Everett, Massachusetts, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Lynn, Massachusetts pay 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Everett, Massachusetts | $59 | $80 |
| Cambridge, Massachusetts | $59 | $80 |
| Lynn, Massachusetts | $59 | $80 |
How does the pay for Nurse Practitioners in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
Pennsylvania pays Nurse Practitioners the most, averaging $73 per hour, followed by New York ($59) and Connecticut ($55). Pennsylvania also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $80. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Nurse Practitioners is $59 per hour — Pennsylvania pays 24% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $73 | $80 |
| New York | $59 | $78 |
| Connecticut | $55 | $76 |
| Delaware | $54 | $71 |
| Maryland | $54 | $73 |
Last updated on November 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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