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Advanced Nurse Practitioner - Surgical Care
Veterans Health Administration · Milwaukee, WI
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Madison, WI
The median nurse practitioner pay in the Madison area is $64.52 per hour ($134,200 a year), with the typical range running from $60.01 to $74.18. That ranks 71st of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 108th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Madison. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Madison.
- $64.52median pay per hour, Madison
- $60–$74typical range per hour
- 460nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Practitioner pay in Madison, WI
The metro median is 4% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $61.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 460 nurse practitioners employed in the Madison metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.57).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $52.15 | $108,470 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $60.01 | $124,820 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $64.52 | $134,200 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $74.18 | $154,290 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $79.70 | $165,780 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Madison ranks
- 71st of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 108th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 11 Wisconsin 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 Madison
- Overall prices in Madison run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $64.52 median hour buys what $66.32 buys at the national price level, 7% 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$2,323
- Per year: $116,136
- Per month: $9,678
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Madison metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Madison
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $124 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,428 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,564 |
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).
Open Nurse Practitioner roles in Wisconsin
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Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care - Full Time
Advocate Health · Wautoma, WI
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NP/PA: Internal Medicine - Ashland, WI
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NP/PA: Nephrology (Casual) - Northwestern WI
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Hospitals in Madison
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison, 4 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Va Medical Center Madison, WI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Unitypoint Health - Meriter Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority Madison, WI | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - Madison Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mendota Mental Health Institute Madison, WI | 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 Dane County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Dane County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville, WI | 35 mi | $63.00/hr | 66,428 |
| Waukesha, WI | 60 mi | $62.39/hr | 71,461 |
| Rockford, IL | 60 mi | $62.56/hr | 147,486 |
| West Allis, WI | 71 mi | $62.39/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 74 mi | $62.39/hr | 563,531 |
| Dubuque, IA | 76 mi | $62.51/hr | 58,987 |
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License and tax basics in Wisconsin
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin license by endorsement.
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Common questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Madison, WI?
Nurse Practitioners in the Madison metro area have a median pay of $64.52 per hour, about $134,200 a year. The middle half earn between $60.01 and $74.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Madison a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Madison ranks 108th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 71st of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Madison?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison, led by Madison Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Madison as a nurse practitioner?
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Madison in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Dane 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 Madison?
The federal per diem benchmark in Madison is $124 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,428 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 hospitals
- Essentia HealthSuperior, WI · 4 postings$69.31/ hr$57–$81
- MercyWisconsin · 7 postings$57.50/ hr$41–$80
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$96.91/ hr$86–$108
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 6 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
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Low$43Median$63.82High$81
13 NP postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 NP roles
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner - Surgical CarePermanent$121k–$183k/ year
- Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care - Full TimePermanent$51.05–$76.60/ hour
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