Nurse Practitioner jobs in Owensboro, KY
The median nurse practitioner pay in the Owensboro area is $57.62 per hour ($119,850 a year), with the typical range running from $49.03 to $65.46. That ranks 282nd of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 150th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Owensboro. The free report below lists employers near Owensboro and what they pay.
- $57.62median pay per hour, Owensboro
- $49–$65typical range per hour
- 120nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Practitioner pay in Owensboro, KY
The metro median is 5% above the Kentucky statewide median of $54.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 120 nurse practitioners employed in the Owensboro metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.50 | $73,840 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $49.03 | $101,980 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $57.62 | $119,850 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.46 | $136,160 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $67.78 | $140,980 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Owensboro ranks
- 282nd of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 150th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 6 Kentucky 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 Owensboro
- Overall prices in Owensboro run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $57.62 median hour buys what $65.03 buys at the national price level, 5% 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: $103,716
- Per month: $8,643
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Owensboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Owensboro
| 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 Owensboro
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Owensboro, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Daviess County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Daviess County (1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evansville, IN | 28 mi | $59.02/hr | 115,395 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 66 mi | $50.86/hr | 79,076 |
| Clarksville, TN | 83 mi | $48.87/hr | 185,690 |
| Louisville, KY | 85 mi | $57.11/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 87 mi | $57.11/hr | 52,912 |
| Gallatin, TN | 102 mi | $55.85/hr | 52,489 |
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Kentucky · Nurse Practitioner jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kentucky
Kentucky 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 Kentucky license by endorsement.
Kentucky taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Owensboro
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Owensboro, KY?
Nurse Practitioners in the Owensboro metro area have a median pay of $57.62 per hour, about $119,850 a year. The middle half earn between $49.03 and $65.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Owensboro a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Owensboro ranks 150th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 282nd of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Owensboro?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro, led by Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Owensboro as a nurse practitioner?
Kentucky 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 Kentucky license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Owensboro in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Daviess 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 Owensboro?
The federal per diem benchmark in Owensboro 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.
Does Valorem Health place nurse practitioners in Owensboro?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Owensboro and across Kentucky. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Owensboro.
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