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Nurse Practitioners Salary in Georgia
Ranked #39 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nurse practitionerss in Georgia earn between $99,160 and $166,060. 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 Georgia is $128,800, about 6.2% below the U.S. average ($137,300). That works out to roughly $62/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $132,500 | $134,960 | 5,950 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $128,140 | $122,730 | 240 |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $127,330 | $124,570 | 220 |
| Gainesville, GA | $126,120 | $128,600 | 380 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $121,540 | $123,070 | 90 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $121,530 | $117,230 | 370 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $120,510 | $117,340 | 60 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $120,270 | $120,060 | 500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Georgia?
The median nurse practitioners salary in Georgia is $129,430 per year (mean $128,800), and about 80% earn between $99,160 and $166,060.
How much do nurse practitioners make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $62 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $128,800 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Georgia ranks #39 of 51 states for nurse practitioners pay. Its mean salary of $128,800 is about 6.2% below the U.S. average of $137,300.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay nurse practitioners the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for nurse practitioners are Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($132,500), Athens-Clarke County, GA ($128,140), Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area ($127,330), by median annual wage.