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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Bonita Springs, FL
The median nurse practitioner pay in the Bonita Springs area is $69.07 per hour ($143,670 a year), with the typical range running from $57.77 to $69.07. That ranks 38th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 80th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in the Bonita Springs metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bonita Springs.
- $69.07median pay per hour, Cape Coral
- $58–$69typical range per hour
- 820nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Practitioner pay in Bonita Springs, FL
The metro median is 11% above the Florida statewide median of $62.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 820 nurse practitioners employed in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area, 2.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.37).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.39 | $102,730 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $57.77 | $120,160 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $69.07 | $143,670 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $69.07 | $143,670 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $75.77 | $157,600 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Bonita Springs ranks
- 38th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 80th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 20 Florida 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 Bonita Springs
- Overall prices in Cape Coral-Fort Myers run 2% above the U.S. average (index 102.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $69.07 median hour buys what $67.48 buys at the national price level, 9% 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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Estimated weekly gross$2,487
- Per year: $124,326
- Per month: $10,360
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bonita Springs
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $158 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,666 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,658 |
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).
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Hospitals in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers area
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers area, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Memorial Hospital Fort Myers, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health Fort Myers, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Cape Coral Hospital Cape Coral, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Park Royal Hospital Fort Myers, FL | 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 Lee County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Lee County (2 population-group, 1 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
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Myers, FL | 19 mi | $69.07/hr | 99,918 |
| Cape Coral, FL | 24 mi | $69.07/hr | 233,025 |
| North Port, FL | 55 mi | $62.88/hr | 92,875 |
| Sarasota, FL | 83 mi | $62.88/hr | 57,764 |
| Weston, FL | 87 mi | $65.12/hr | 70,674 |
| Bradenton, FL | 92 mi | $62.88/hr | 58,184 |
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License and tax basics in Florida
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Bonita Springs, FL?
Nurse Practitioners in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area have a median pay of $69.07 per hour, about $143,670 a year. The middle half earn between $57.77 and $69.07 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bonita Springs a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Cape Coral-Fort Myers ranks 80th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 38th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Bonita Springs?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers area, led by Lee Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Bonita Springs as a nurse practitioner?
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Bonita Springs in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Lee 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 Bonita Springs?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bonita Springs is $158 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,666 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse practitioners in Bonita Springs?
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Your NP pay reportBonita Springs, FL · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- University Of FloridaThe Villages, FL · 2 wage offers$84.91/ hr$85–$85
- Mariela Cogorno, M.D., PLLCCoral Gables, FL · 1 wage offer$70.67/ hr$71–$71
- Tarpon Springs Hospital Foundation, Inc.Tarpon Springs, FL · 1 wage offer$67.54/ hr$68–$68
- Access Health Care PhysiciansSpring Hill, FL · 1 wage offer$66.83/ hr$67–$67
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$60Median$67.54High$85
7 employer-reported wage offers for NP in federal filings in Florida, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 NP roles
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- Nurse Practitioner - Addiction MedicinePermanent$90.00–$95.00/ hour
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