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CVS Health · Macon, GA
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Macon, GA
Pay for nurse practitioners in the Macon area centers on $52.49 per hour, or about $109,170 a year. The lower quarter earns under $51.64 and the upper quarter over $60.77. That ranks 343rd of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 290th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Macon. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Macon.
- $52.49median pay per hour, Macon
- $52–$61typical range per hour
- 360nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Practitioner PruittHealth Macon
PruittHealth · Macon, GA
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PruittHealth · Macon, GA
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Nurse Practitioner pay in Macon, GA
The metro median is 13% below the Georgia statewide median of $60.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 360 nurse practitioners employed in the Macon-Bibb County metro area, 3.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $48.29 | $100,440 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.64 | $107,410 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $52.49 | $109,170 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $60.77 | $126,400 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.85 | $132,810 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Macon ranks
- 343rd of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 290th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 12 Georgia 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.
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- Overall prices in Macon-Bibb County run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 58.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $52.49 median hour buys what $59.29 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Macon paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,890
- Per year: $94,482
- Per month: $7,874
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Macon-Bibb County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Macon
| 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).
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Advocate Health · Cartersville, GA
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Advocate Health · Cartersville, GA
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Hospitals in Macon
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Macon, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Macon North Hospital Macon, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Coliseum Medical Centers, Llc, Dba Macon, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Macon, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Bibb County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Bibb County (1 population-group, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 15 mi | $55.17/hr | 86,199 |
| Stonecrest, GA | 66 mi | $61.84/hr | 61,015 |
| Columbus, GA | 72 mi | $57.06/hr | 201,830 |
| South Fulton, GA | 77 mi | $61.84/hr | 112,003 |
| Atlanta, GA | 78 mi | $61.84/hr | 520,070 |
| Athens, GA | 81 mi | $59.25/hr | 128,691 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement.
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Macon, GA?
Nurse Practitioners in the Macon-Bibb County metro area have a median pay of $52.49 per hour, about $109,170 a year. The middle half earn between $51.64 and $60.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Macon a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Macon-Bibb County ranks 290th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 343rd of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Macon?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Macon, led by Piedmont Macon North Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Macon as a nurse practitioner?
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Macon in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Bibb 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 Macon?
The federal per diem benchmark in Macon 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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- Advocate HealthCartersville, GA · 6 postings$59.38/ hr$48–$77
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAFort Stewart, GA · 2 postings$49.49/ hr$43–$56
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$96.91/ hr$86–$108
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