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Nurse Practitioner
Genesis Healthcare · Frederick, MD
$54.80–$60.00/ hour
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Washington, DC
The median nurse practitioner pay in the Washington area is $62.46 per hour ($129,920 a year), with the typical range running from $56.40 to $72.30. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Washington and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Washington. The free report below lists employers near Washington and what they pay.
- $62.46median pay per hour, Washington
- $56–$72typical range per hour
- 4,430nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Nurse Practitioner roles near Washington
Roles in other cities of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area.
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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Day Shift, Adventist Medical Group
Adventist Health · Takoma Park, MD
$96k–$146k/ year
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Cardiology Nurse Practitioner, Day Shift, Cardiac Associates
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$96k–$146k/ year
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1 more open role from employers in Washington. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Per diemPosted 16 days ago
Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (Casual Employee)
One Medical · Washington, DC
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health | 2 | $58.19 |
| Genesis Healthcare | 1 | $57.40 |
Nurse Practitioner pay in Washington, DC
The metro median is 1% below the District of Columbia statewide median of $63.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 4,430 nurse practitioners employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.44 | $82,040 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $56.40 | $117,310 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $62.46 | $129,920 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $72.30 | $150,380 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $81.13 | $168,750 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Washington ranks
- 120th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 312th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
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 Washington
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $62.46 median hour buys what $57.36 buys at the national price level, 8% below 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.
Estimate your Washington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,249
- Per year: $112,428
- Per month: $9,369
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Washington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $234 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,282 |
| 13-week assignment | $29,666 |
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. 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 Washington
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington, 1 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| United Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Dc Va Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| George Washington Univ Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Howard University Hospital Corp Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
| Children's National Hospital Washington, DC | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Psychiatric Institute Of Washington Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Elizabeths Hospital Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 District of Columbia
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include District of Columbia (4 population-group, 8 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | 7 mi | $62.46/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 14 mi | $62.46/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 35 mi | $61.08/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 87 mi | $62.62/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 95 mi | $63.17/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $63.27/hr | 73,176 |
Nurse Practitioner jobs in District of Columbia · Nurse Practitioner jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in District of Columbia
District of Columbia is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the District of Columbia board for a license by endorsement before working here.
District of Columbia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
District of Columbia state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide
Other healthcare roles in Washington
Washington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Washington, DC?
Nurse Practitioners in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $62.46 per hour, about $129,920 a year. The middle half earn between $56.40 and $72.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Washington a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 312th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 120th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse practitioners in Washington?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Washington.
Do I need a District of Columbia license to work in Washington as a nurse practitioner?
District of Columbia is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the District of Columbia board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Washington in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include District of Columbia. 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 Washington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Washington is $234 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,282 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse practitioners in Washington?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- MedStar Medical Group II, LLCWashington, DC · 1 wage offer$62.19/ hr$62–$62
- 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
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