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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Seattle, WA
Pay for nurse practitioners in the Seattle area centers on $68.72 per hour, or about $142,940 a year. The lower quarter earns under $60.52 and the upper quarter over $79.20. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Seattle. That ranks 39th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 243rd of 336 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Seattle.
- $68.72median pay per hour, Seattle
- $61–$79typical range per hour
- 2,850nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 2% above the Washington statewide median of $67.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 2,850 nurse practitioners employed in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.69).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $52.88 | $109,990 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $60.52 | $125,880 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $68.72 | $142,940 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $79.20 | $164,740 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $85.49 | $177,820 | 38% above U.S. median |
How Seattle ranks
- 39th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 243rd of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Washington 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 Seattle
- Overall prices in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $68.72 median hour buys what $61.84 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Seattle paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,474
- Per year: $123,696
- Per month: $10,308
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Seattle
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $208 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,100 |
| 13-week assignment | $27,300 |
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 Seattle
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Seattle, 5 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Seattle Va Medical Center (Va Puget Sound Healthcare System) Seattle, WA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Swedish Medical Center Seattle, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill Seattle, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Washington Medical Ctr Seattle, WA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Harborview Medical Center Seattle, WA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital Seattle, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Seattle Children's Hospital Seattle, WA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Navos - Inpatient Services Seattle, WA | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 King County
HRSA lists 23 active primary care shortage designations that include King County (3 geographic, 4 population-group, 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkland, WA | 9 mi | $68.72/hr | 95,499 |
| Bellevue, WA | 9 mi | $68.72/hr | 154,377 |
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License and tax basics in Washington
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Washington does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Seattle
Seattle city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Seattle, WA?
Nurse Practitioners in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area have a median pay of $68.72 per hour, about $142,940 a year. The middle half earn between $60.52 and $79.20 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Seattle a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ranks 243rd of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 39th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse practitioners in Seattle?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Seattle. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Seattle.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Seattle as a nurse practitioner?
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Seattle in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 23 active primary care shortage designations that include King 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 Seattle?
The federal per diem benchmark in Seattle is $208 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,100 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse practitioners in Seattle?
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Your NP pay reportSeattle, WA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Confluence HealthWenatchee, WA · 2 postings$73.20/ hr$66–$80
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHATacoma, WA · 3 postings$71.45/ hr$63–$80
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 5 postings$70.15/ hr$60–$105
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$60Median$71.45High$80
13 NP postings with published pay in Washington, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 NP roles
- Virtual Nurse Practitioner - WA CO or CA LicensedPermanent$59.10–$65.50/ hour
- General Cardiology - Nurse PractitionerPermanent$125k–$167k/ year
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