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APN Nurse Practitioner-Cardiology
Veterans Health Administration · Lawton, OK
$130k–$188k/ year
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Lawton, OK
The median nurse practitioner pay in the Lawton area is $57.82 per hour ($120,270 a year), with the typical range running from $56.50 to $67.46. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Lawton. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Lawton. The free report below lists employers near Lawton and what they pay.
- $57.82median pay per hour, Lawton
- $56–$67typical range per hour
- 70nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 5% below the Oklahoma statewide median of $60.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 70 nurse practitioners employed in the Lawton metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $42.70 | $88,820 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $56.50 | $117,520 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $57.82 | $120,270 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $67.46 | $140,320 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $67.46 | $140,320 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Lawton ranks
- 277th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 90th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Oklahoma 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 Lawton
- Overall prices in Lawton run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 57.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $57.82 median hour buys what $67.28 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Lawton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,082
- Per year: $104,076
- Per month: $8,673
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lawton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lawton
| 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 Lawton
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton, 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 Health Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Southwestern Medical Center Lawton, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Lawton Indian Hospital Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Jim Taliaferro Comm Mental Health Ctr Lawton, OK | 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 Comanche County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Comanche County (1 population-group, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Falls, TX | 49 mi | $60.33/hr | 102,372 |
| Moore, OK | 73 mi | $60.86/hr | 63,845 |
| Norman, OK | 75 mi | $60.86/hr | 131,010 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 78 mi | $60.86/hr | 712,919 |
| Midwest City, OK | 83 mi | $60.86/hr | 58,505 |
| Edmond, OK | 93 mi | $60.86/hr | 99,040 |
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Oklahoma · Nurse Practitioner jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma license by endorsement.
Oklahoma taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lawton
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Lawton, OK?
Nurse Practitioners in the Lawton metro area have a median pay of $57.82 per hour, about $120,270 a year. The middle half earn between $56.50 and $67.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawton a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Lawton ranks 90th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 277th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse practitioners in Lawton?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lawton. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lawton.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Lawton as a nurse practitioner?
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lawton in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Comanche 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 Lawton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lawton 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Saint Francis Health SystemTulsa, OK · 1 wage offer$66.33/ hr$66–$66
- 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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- APN Nurse Practitioner-CardiologyPermanent$130k–$188k/ year
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