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Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant - Cardiology Physicians - FT
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport · Gulfport, MS
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Gulfport, MS
Nurse Practitioners in the Gulfport area earn a median of $57.34 per hour, about $119,270 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $51.34 and $65.28. That ranks 289th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 201st of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Gulfport.
- $57.34median pay per hour, Gulfport
- $51–$65typical range per hour
- 610nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Nurse Practitioner roles in Gulfport
3 more open roles from employers in Gulfport. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER (PMHNP) INPATIENT
Universal Health Services · Gulfport, MS
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Nurse Practitioner - Walk-In Physician Clinics - PRN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport · Gulfport, MS
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Nurse Practitioner pay in Gulfport, MS
The metro median is in line with the Mississippi statewide median of $57.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 610 nurse practitioners employed in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area, 3.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.13 | $102,190 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.34 | $106,790 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $57.34 | $119,270 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.28 | $135,780 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $83.23 | $173,120 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Gulfport ranks
- 289th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 201st of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Mississippi 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.
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- Overall prices in Gulfport-Biloxi run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 67.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $57.34 median hour buys what $63.71 buys at the national price level, 3% 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.
Estimate your Gulfport paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,064
- Per year: $103,212
- Per month: $8,601
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gulfport
| 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).
Open Nurse Practitioner roles in Mississippi
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Gulfport as they open.
PermanentPosted yesterday
NURSE PRACTITIONER- SURGICAL
North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$117k–$176k/ year
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NURSE PRACTITIONER- CLINICS
North Mississippi Health Services · Tupelo, MS
$96k–$144k/ year
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) - Chronic Pain Management
Veterans Health Administration · Jackson, MS
$119k–$173k/ year
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NURSE PRACTITIONER- SURGICAL
North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$117k–$176k/ year
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NURSE PRACTITIONER- SURGICAL
North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$117k–$176k/ year
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NURSE PRACTITIONER- NMHS
North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$96k–$144k/ year
Hospitals in Gulfport
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital At Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Singing River Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 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 Harrison County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Harrison County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 58 mi | $61.38/hr | 362,701 |
| Mobile, AL | 60 mi | $49.07/hr | 201,367 |
| Kenner, LA | 76 mi | $61.38/hr | 64,650 |
| Pensacola, FL | 112 mi | $59.98/hr | 53,898 |
| Jackson, MS | 147 mi | $59.63/hr | 141,449 |
| Montgomery, AL | 212 mi | $50.86/hr | 195,818 |
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Mississippi · Nurse Practitioner jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Mississippi 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 Mississippi license by endorsement.
Mississippi 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 Gulfport, MS?
Nurse Practitioners in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area have a median pay of $57.34 per hour, about $119,270 a year. The middle half earn between $51.34 and $65.28 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gulfport a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Gulfport-Biloxi ranks 201st of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 289th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Gulfport?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport, led by Memorial Hospital At Gulfport. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Gulfport as a nurse practitioner?
Mississippi 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 Mississippi license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Gulfport in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Harrison 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 Gulfport?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gulfport 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 Gulfport?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- North Mississippi Health ServicesTupelo, MS · 6 postings$64.11/ hr$46–$84
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$96.91/ hr$86–$108
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 6 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
- Sharp HealthcareSan Diego, CA · 3 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
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Low$46Median$70.31High$84
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- NURSE PRACTITIONER- SURGICALPermanent$117k–$176k/ year
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