AZ · Prescott Valley · Updated October 15, 2026

Nurse Practitioner jobs in Prescott Valley, AZ

The median nurse practitioner pay in the Prescott Valley area is $61.05 per hour ($126,970 a year), with the typical range running from $58.83 to $66.16. That ranks 177th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 239th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Prescott Valley and what they pay.

Nurse Practitioner pay in Prescott Valley, AZ

The metro median is 5% below the Arizona statewide median of $64.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 170 nurse practitioners employed in the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$50.00$104,00020% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$58.83$122,3705% below U.S. median
Median$61.05$126,9702% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$66.16$137,6107% above U.S. median
Top 10%$80.17$166,75029% above U.S. median

How Prescott Valley ranks

  • 177th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 239th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
  • 5th of 6 Arizona metro areas

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Practitioners (SOC 29-1171), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in Prescott Valley

  • Overall prices in Prescott Valley-Prescott run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.8).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $61.05 median hour buys what $62.13 buys at the national price level, in line with the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$2,198
  • Per year: $109,890
  • Per month: $9,157

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Prescott Valley

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$110
Meals and incidentals per day$68
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,246
13-week assignment$16,198

Travel nurse practitioner assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.

Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).

Open Nurse Practitioner roles in Arizona

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Primary care shortage areas in Yavapai County

HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Yavapai County (6 geographic, 1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.

Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.

Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.

Nurse Practitioner pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Peoria, AZ56 mi$64.73/hr199,924
Flagstaff, AZ57 mi$67.16/hr77,539
Surprise, AZ65 mi$64.73/hr167,564
Scottsdale, AZ68 mi$64.73/hr246,170
Phoenix, AZ72 mi$64.73/hr1,673,164
Glendale, AZ74 mi$64.73/hr258,143

Nurse Practitioner jobs in Arizona · Nurse Practitioner jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Arizona

Arizona is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Arizona license by endorsement.

Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Arizona state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide

Other healthcare roles in Prescott Valley

Prescott Valley city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do nurse practitioners make in Prescott Valley, AZ?

Nurse Practitioners in the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area have a median pay of $61.05 per hour, about $126,970 a year. The middle half earn between $58.83 and $66.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Prescott Valley a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?

Prescott Valley-Prescott ranks 239th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 177th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.

Do I need a Arizona license to work in Prescott Valley as a nurse practitioner?

Arizona is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Arizona license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Prescott Valley in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Yavapai County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.

What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Prescott Valley?

The federal per diem benchmark in Prescott Valley is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$96.91/ hr$86–$108
  • Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 6 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
  • Sharp HealthcareSan Diego, CA · 3 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
  • MemorialCareLong Beach, CA · 4 postings$89.59/ hr$70–$109

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  1. Supervisory Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner)Permanent
    $136k–$177k/ year
    Indian Health Service · Chinle, AZ · posted today

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