Nurse Practitioner jobs in Bentonville, AR
Pay for nurse practitioners in the Bentonville area centers on $60.99 per hour, or about $126,860 a year. The lower quarter earns under $52.31 and the upper quarter over $68.15. That ranks 180th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 100th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in the Bentonville metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bentonville.
- $60.99median pay per hour, Fayetteville
- $52–$68typical range per hour
- 530nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Practitioner pay in Bentonville, AR
The metro median is 12% above the Arkansas statewide median of $54.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 530 nurse practitioners employed in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.24 | $102,420 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $52.31 | $108,800 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $60.99 | $126,860 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $68.15 | $141,750 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $75.42 | $156,870 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Bentonville ranks
- 180th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 100th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Arkansas 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 Bentonville
- Overall prices in Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $60.99 median hour buys what $66.76 buys at the national price level, 7% above 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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- Per year: $109,782
- Per month: $9,148
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bentonville
| Item | Federal 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).
Hospitals in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area
CMS lists 8 hospitals in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area, 3 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Ar Va Medical Center Fayetteville, AR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas Rogers, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Regional Medical Center Fayetteville, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Medical Center-Springdale Springdale, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Siloam Springs Regional Hospital Siloam Springs, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Children's Northwest, Inc Springdale, AR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Springwoods Behavioral Health Services Fayetteville, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Vista Health Fayetteville Fayetteville, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Benton County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Benton County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 14 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
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers, AR | 5 mi | $60.99/hr | 75,639 |
| Springdale, AR | 12 mi | $60.99/hr | 89,368 |
| Joplin, MO | 52 mi | $59.74/hr | 53,605 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 70 mi | $53.80/hr | 90,507 |
| Springfield, MO | 78 mi | $58.76/hr | 170,596 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 89 mi | $62.33/hr | 122,756 |
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License and tax basics in Arkansas
Arkansas 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 Arkansas license by endorsement.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Bentonville, AR?
Nurse Practitioners in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area have a median pay of $60.99 per hour, about $126,860 a year. The middle half earn between $52.31 and $68.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bentonville a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers ranks 100th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 180th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Bentonville?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area, led by Fayetteville Ar Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Bentonville as a nurse practitioner?
Arkansas 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 Arkansas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Bentonville in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Benton 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 Bentonville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bentonville 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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