PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Ascension Health · Wichita, KS
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Wichita, KS
The median nurse practitioner pay in the Wichita area is $52.10 per hour ($108,370 a year), with the typical range running from $48.61 to $61.57. That ranks 347th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 300th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Wichita. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Wichita.
- $52.10median pay per hour, Wichita
- $49–$62typical range per hour
- 630nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Practitioner pay in Wichita, KS
The metro median is 13% below the Kansas statewide median of $59.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 630 nurse practitioners employed in the Wichita metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $45.81 | $95,280 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $48.61 | $101,110 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $52.10 | $108,370 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $61.57 | $128,070 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $84.27 | $175,280 | 36% above U.S. median |
How Wichita ranks
- 347th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 300th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Kansas 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 Wichita run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $52.10 median hour buys what $58.57 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Wichita paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,876
- Per year: $93,780
- Per month: $7,815
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wichita metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wichita
| 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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Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care Salina CBOC
Veterans Health Administration · Salina, KS
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Hospitals in Wichita
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Va Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Heart Hospital Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wesley Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc. Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Corterra Of Wichita Llc Wichita, KS | 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 Sedgwick County
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Sedgwick County (1 population-group, 8 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enid, OK | 93 mi | $60.90/hr | 50,519 |
| Stillwater, OK | 109 mi | $60.90/hr | 50,138 |
| Manhattan, KS | 111 mi | $55.72/hr | 54,700 |
| Topeka, KS | 129 mi | $61.52/hr | 125,467 |
| Tulsa, OK | 134 mi | $62.33/hr | 415,154 |
| Edmond, OK | 139 mi | $60.86/hr | 99,040 |
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Kansas · Nurse Practitioner jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
Kansas 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 Kansas license by endorsement.
Kansas 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 Wichita, KS?
Nurse Practitioners in the Wichita metro area have a median pay of $52.10 per hour, about $108,370 a year. The middle half earn between $48.61 and $61.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wichita a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Wichita ranks 300th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 347th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Wichita?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, led by Wichita Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Wichita as a nurse practitioner?
Kansas 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 Kansas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Wichita in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Sedgwick 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 Wichita?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wichita 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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- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$96.91/ hr$86–$108
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