Nurse practitioner salary in Arizona
The median nurse practitioner in Arizona earned $134,420 a year in 2025, $2,120 (2%) above the $132,300 national median. That ranks 17th of 51 states.
- Median yearly pay
- $134,420
- Average yearly pay
- $140,600
- Employed in Arizona
- 7,220
How Arizona compares
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, state estimates. Pay is before tax and does not adjust for cost of living, which is higher in some states than others.
Nursing pay in Arizona
| Role | Median yearly pay | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse | $99,500 | 73,150 |
| LPN or LVN | $77,070 | 6,530 |
| Nurse practitioner | $134,420 | 7,220 |
A nurse practitioner in Arizona earns a median $34,920 more than a registered nurse ($134,420 against $99,500). A registered nurse earns a median $22,430 more than an LPN or LVN here ($99,500 against $77,070).
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Common questions
How much does a nurse practitioner make in Arizona?
The median is $134,420 a year, according to BLS data for May 2025. Half of nurse practitioners in Arizona earn more and half earn less.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Arizona ranks 17th of 51 states on median pay for this job. The national median is $132,300, so Arizona pays 2% above it. The highest median is $168,520 in California.
How many nurse practitioners work in Arizona?
BLS counted 7,220 nurse practitioners employed in Arizona in May 2025.
Why is the average different from the median?
The median is the middle wage: half of workers earn less. The average adds every wage and divides, so a few very high earners pull it up. In Arizona the average is $140,600, $6,180 above the median.
What do you need to work as a nurse practitioner in Arizona?
Arizona requires an RN license plus a master’s or doctoral degree in an advanced practice specialty, and a state license.