PermanentPosted today
NP –Sexual Health Clinic - MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$65.25–$83.59/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Boston, MA
Nurse Practitioners in the Boston area earn a median of $66.77 per hour, about $138,890 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $60.63 and $77.77. That ranks 49th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 249th of 336 once local prices are factored in. 10 open roles with published pay are listed for Boston. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Boston.
- $66.77median pay per hour, Boston
- $61–$78typical range per hour
- 6,660nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 10open roles with published pay
Open Nurse Practitioner roles in Boston
PermanentPosted today
Nurse Practitioner, Radiation Oncology 40 hours Days - BMC Main Campus (MNA)
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$50.45–$77.58/ hour
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NP or PA- Inpatient- MGB Cancer Institute Inpatient - MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$127k–$174k/ year
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PermanentPosted yesterday
NP or PA- Ambulatory MGB Cancer Institute- MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$127k–$174k/ year
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
NP or PA- Ellison 14 ICU- MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$136k–$174k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Nurse Practitioner – Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC)
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$112k–$162k/ year
New this week
PermanentPosted 9 days ago
NP/PA - Inpatient Cardiology Responding Clinician - MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$136k–$174k/ year
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
NP or PA - Cardiology Inpatient Consult - MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$136k–$174k/ year
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
NP or PA- Cardiac Surgery Step Down Unit--NIGHTS ONLY-MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$123k–$174k/ year
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Nurse Practitioner – Adult Primary Care
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$53.85–$78.13/ hour
More open Nurse Practitioner roles in Boston
6 more open roles from employers in Boston. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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MGBCI Ambulatory Solid Tumor Oncology NP
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
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Oncology Infusion Nurse Practitioner MGBCI
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
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PermanentPosted today
Nurse Practitioner - Hematology BWH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Nurse Practitioner-Cancer Center
Tufts Medicine · Boston, MA
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
General Cardiology Clinic Nurse Practitioner, MNA
Tufts Medicine · Boston, MA
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Gastroenterology PA/NP
Tufts Medicine · Boston, MA
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Named employers near Boston, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring nurse practitioners near Boston
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 7 | $74.42 |
| Boston Medical Center | 3 | $65.99 |
Nurse Practitioner pay in Boston, MA
The metro median is in line with the Massachusetts statewide median of $66.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 6,660 nurse practitioners employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.43 | $102,810 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $60.63 | $126,110 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $66.77 | $138,890 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $77.77 | $161,760 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $99.20 | $206,340 | 60% above U.S. median |
How Boston ranks
- 49th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 249th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Massachusetts 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 Boston
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $66.77 median hour buys what $61.67 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Boston paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,404
- Per year: $120,186
- Per month: $10,015
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Boston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $273 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,555 |
| 13-week assignment | $33,215 |
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 Boston
CMS lists 12 hospitals in Boston, 3 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham And Women's Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| New England Baptist Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Boston Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tufts Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Boston Children's Hospital Boston, MA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Carney Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary - Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| The Shriners' Hospital For Children - Boston Boston, MA | Children's | 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 Suffolk County
HRSA lists 17 active primary care shortage designations that include Suffolk County (1 population-group, 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everett, MA | 5 mi | $66.77/hr | 51,825 |
| Quincy, MA | 5 mi | $66.77/hr | 103,434 |
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Massachusetts · Nurse Practitioner jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Boston
Boston city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Boston, MA?
Nurse Practitioners in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $66.77 per hour, about $138,890 a year. The middle half earn between $60.63 and $77.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Boston a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 249th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 49th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse practitioners in Boston?
We list 10 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Boston. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Boston.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Boston as a nurse practitioner?
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Boston in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 17 active primary care shortage designations that include Suffolk 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 Boston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Boston is $273 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,555 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your NP pay reportBoston, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 13 postings$74.42/ hr$59–$84
- UMass Memorial Health CareSouthbridge, MA · 2 postings$81.25/ hr$61–$125
- Sturdy Memorial HospitalAttleboro, MA · 4 postings$70.22/ hr$53–$89
- Acadia HealthcareFall River, MA · 2 postings$67.50/ hr$55–$80
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
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Low$52Median$70.66High$84
32 NP postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 23 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 32 NP roles
- NP –Sexual Health Clinic - MGHPermanent$65.25–$83.59/ hour
- Nurse Practitioner, Radiation Oncology 40 hours Days - BMC Main Campus (MNA)Permanent$50.45–$77.58/ hour
+ 30 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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