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Advanced Practice Nurse (CNP)
Veterans Health Administration · Dayton, OH
$139k–$214k/ year
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Kettering, OH
Nurse Practitioners in the Kettering area earn a median of $60.42 per hour, about $125,680 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $50.87 and $64.56. That ranks 202nd of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 143rd of 336 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Kettering and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Kettering and what they pay.
- $60.42median pay per hour, Dayton
- $51–$65typical range per hour
- 920nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 1% below the Ohio statewide median of $60.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 920 nurse practitioners employed in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $10.58 | $22,010 | 83% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $50.87 | $105,810 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $60.42 | $125,680 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $64.56 | $134,280 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $72.36 | $150,510 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Kettering ranks
- 202nd of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 143rd of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 12 Ohio 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 Kettering
- Overall prices in Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $60.42 median hour buys what $65.18 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Kettering paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,175
- Per year: $108,756
- Per month: $9,063
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kettering
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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 Kettering
CMS lists 1 hospital in Kettering, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering Health Main Campus Kettering, OH | 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 Montgomery County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Montgomery County (1 population-group, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton, OH | 7 mi | $60.42/hr | 136,346 |
| Middletown, OH | 18 mi | $62.55/hr | 52,291 |
| Springfield, OH | 25 mi | $59.48/hr | 58,138 |
| Hamilton, OH | 30 mi | $62.55/hr | 63,953 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 43 mi | $62.55/hr | 314,915 |
| Columbus, OH | 65 mi | $61.07/hr | 933,263 |
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License and tax basics in Ohio
Ohio 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 Ohio license by endorsement.
Ohio 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 Kettering, OH?
Nurse Practitioners in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area have a median pay of $60.42 per hour, about $125,680 a year. The middle half earn between $50.87 and $64.56 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kettering a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek ranks 143rd of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 202nd of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse practitioners in Kettering?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Kettering.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Kettering as a nurse practitioner?
Ohio 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 Ohio license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kettering in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Montgomery 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 Kettering?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kettering is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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