Nurse Practitioner Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Nurse Practitioner Salary
$77.58/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in Wisconsin is $77.58 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $75.65.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Practitioner salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$77.58/hour
Wisconsin
2% higher than the US average.
$75.65/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Nurse Practitioners?
Only Madison, Wisconsin reports pay data for Nurse Practitioners, averaging $79 per hour. Madison, Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $83. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Nurse Practitioners is $78 per hour — Madison, Wisconsin pays 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $79 | $83 |
What type of Nurse Practitioners make the most money in Wisconsin?
Only Family Practice reports pay data among Nurse Practitioner specialties in Wisconsin, averaging $78 per hour. Family Practice also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $78. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Nurse Practitioners is $78 per hour, roughly in line with Family Practice.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Family Practice | $78 | $78 |
How does the pay for Nurse Practitioners in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Nurse Practitioners the most, averaging $79 per hour, followed by Illinois ($72) and Ohio ($71). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $96. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Nurse Practitioners is $78 per hour — Missouri pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $79 | $96 |
| Illinois | $72 | $82 |
| Ohio | $71 | $86 |
| Michigan | $63 | $70 |
| Minnesota | $59 | $75 |
| Iowa | $53 | $67 |
| Kentucky | $48 | $64 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Wisconsin?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Practitioners, averaging $62 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $79. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Nurse Practitioners is $78 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 20% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $62 | $79 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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