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 Springfield, MA
The median nurse practitioner pay in the Springfield area is $69.26 per hour ($144,050 a year), with the typical range running from $58.83 to $69.26. That ranks 37th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 23rd of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Springfield. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Springfield.
- $69.26median pay per hour, Springfield
- $59–$69typical range per hour
- 470nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Practitioner pay in Springfield, MA
The metro median is 4% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $66.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 470 nurse practitioners employed in the Springfield metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.18).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.80 | $99,420 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $58.83 | $122,370 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $69.26 | $144,050 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $69.26 | $144,060 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $79.74 | $165,860 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 37th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 23rd of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Springfield
- Overall prices in Springfield run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 24% below the U.S. average (index 75.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $69.26 median hour buys what $72.10 buys at the national price level, 16% 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$2,493
- Per year: $124,668
- Per month: $10,389
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springfield
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $128 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,414 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,382 |
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).
Open Nurse Practitioner roles in Massachusetts
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Springfield as they open.
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 First Assist- Plastic Surgery- Per Diem-MGH
Mass General Brigham · Danvers, MA
$65.25–$83.59/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted yesterday
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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Per diemPosted yesterday
Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP - Per Diem
Boston Medical Center · Brighton, MA
$52.40–$75.96/ hour
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Hospitals in Springfield
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Springfield, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baystate Medical Center Springfield, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Ctr Springfield, MA | 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 Hampden County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Hampden County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicopee, MA | 5 mi | $69.26/hr | 55,381 |
| Hartford, CT | 25 mi | $67.27/hr | 122,129 |
| New Britain, CT | 33 mi | $66.81/hr | 75,871 |
| Bristol, CT | 36 mi | $66.81/hr | 62,195 |
| Worcester, MA | 39 mi | $69.33/hr | 211,286 |
| Meriden, CT | 42 mi | $66.81/hr | 60,849 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Springfield, MA?
Nurse Practitioners in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $69.26 per hour, about $144,050 a year. The middle half earn between $58.83 and $69.26 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 23rd of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 37th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Springfield?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Springfield, led by Baystate Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Springfield 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 Springfield in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Hampden 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 Springfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield is $128 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,414 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your NP pay reportSpringfield, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- UMass Memorial Health CareSouthbridge, MA · 2 postings$81.25/ hr$61–$125
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 13 postings$74.42/ hr$59–$84
- 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.
2What they are offering now
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
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