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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Kentwood, MI
Pay for nurse practitioners in the Kentwood area centers on $59.85 per hour, or about $124,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $51.66 and the upper quarter over $63.63. That ranks 230th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 228th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in the Kentwood metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kentwood.
- $59.85median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $52–$64typical range per hour
- 1,010nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Practitioner pay in Kentwood, MI
The metro median is 1% below the Michigan statewide median of $60.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 1,010 nurse practitioners employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.18 | $98,130 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.66 | $107,450 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $59.85 | $124,480 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.63 | $132,350 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $65.58 | $136,410 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Kentwood ranks
- 230th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 228th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 13 Michigan 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 Kentwood
- Overall prices in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $59.85 median hour buys what $62.64 buys at the national price level, 1% 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$2,155
- Per year: $107,730
- Per month: $8,978
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kentwood
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,393 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,109 |
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).
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Hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area
CMS lists 5 hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Michigan Health - West Wyoming, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Kent County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Kent County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $59.85/hr | 78,559 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 6 mi | $59.85/hr | 200,117 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 42 mi | $61.35/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 44 mi | $57.76/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 54 mi | $61.44/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 85 mi | $61.86/hr | 53,690 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here.
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Kentwood, MI?
Nurse Practitioners in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $59.85 per hour, about $124,480 a year. The middle half earn between $51.66 and $63.63 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kentwood a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 228th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 230th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Kentwood?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kentwood as a nurse practitioner?
Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Michigan board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kentwood in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Kent 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 Kentwood?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kentwood is $119 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,393 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your NP pay reportKentwood, MI · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Henry Ford Health SystemDetroit, MI · 1 wage offer$65.88/ hr$66–$66
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Consultant and Pain Management, P.C.Oak Park, MI · 1 wage offer$65.00/ hr$65–$65
- Advanced Practice Resources LLCFarmington Hills, MI · 1 wage offer$50.00/ hr$50–$50
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$49Median$57.50High$66
4 employer-reported wage offers for NP in federal filings in Michigan, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 NP roles
- Advanced Practice NursePermanent$120k–$174k/ year
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