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Nurse Practitioners Salary in Connecticut
Ranked #12 of 51 · CT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nurse practitionerss in Connecticut earn between $109,930 and $173,810. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nurse practitioners salary in Connecticut is $142,340, about 3.7% above the U.S. average ($137,300). That works out to roughly $68/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Connecticut
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $141,530 | $143,580 | 290 |
| New Haven, CT | $140,880 | $145,320 | 920 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $139,330 | $145,550 | 840 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $135,930 | $138,870 | 170 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $135,170 | $139,310 | 1,370 |
| Connecticut nonmetropolitan area | $135,140 | $138,410 | 120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Connecticut?
The median nurse practitioners salary in Connecticut is $138,470 per year (mean $142,340), and about 80% earn between $109,930 and $173,810.
How much do nurse practitioners make per hour in Connecticut?
Roughly $68 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $142,340 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Connecticut a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Connecticut ranks #12 of 51 states for nurse practitioners pay. Its mean salary of $142,340 is about 3.7% above the U.S. average of $137,300.
Which metro areas in Connecticut pay nurse practitioners the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Connecticut for nurse practitioners are Waterbury-Shelton, CT ($141,530), New Haven, CT ($140,880), Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT ($139,330), by median annual wage.