PermanentPosted 22 days ago
NP or PA- MGBCI Solid Tumor - MGH Waltham
Mass General Brigham · Waltham, MA
$127k–$174k/ year
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Waltham, MA
Nurse Practitioners in the Waltham 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. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Waltham. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Waltham.
- $66.77median pay per hour, Boston
- $61–$78typical range per hour
- 6,660nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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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 Waltham 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 Waltham
- 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 Waltham 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 Waltham
| 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 the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area
CMS lists 27 hospitals in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area, 7 of the 20 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 |
| Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| North Shore Medical Center - Salem, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Auburn Hospital Cambridge, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Dover, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Anna Jaques Hospital Newburyport, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| 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 |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Middlesex County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Middlesex County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton, MA | 4 mi | $66.77/hr | 90,700 |
| Cambridge, MA | 6 mi | $66.77/hr | 121,186 |
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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 Waltham, 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 Waltham 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 Waltham?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Waltham. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Waltham.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Waltham 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 Waltham in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Middlesex 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 Waltham?
The federal per diem benchmark in Waltham 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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Your NP pay reportWaltham, 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
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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
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