PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Family Medicine NP / PA
Ascension Health · Racine, WI
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Racine, WI
Pay for nurse practitioners in the Racine area centers on $61.56 per hour, or about $128,050 a year. The lower quarter earns under $55.29 and the upper quarter over $64.78. That ranks 151st of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 182nd of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Racine. The free report below lists employers near Racine and what they pay.
- $61.56median pay per hour, Racine
- $55–$65typical range per hour
- 100nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Practitioner pay in Racine, WI
The metro median is in line with the Wisconsin statewide median of $61.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 100 nurse practitioners employed in the Racine-Mount Pleasant metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $52.50 | $109,200 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $55.29 | $115,000 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $61.56 | $128,050 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $64.78 | $134,740 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $75.44 | $156,920 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Racine ranks
- 151st of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 182nd of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th 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.
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- Overall prices in Racine-Mount Pleasant run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $61.56 median hour buys what $64.15 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 Racine paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,216
- Per year: $110,808
- Per month: $9,234
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Racine-Mount Pleasant metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Racine
| 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 Wisconsin
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Advocate Health · Wautoma, WI
$51.05–$76.60/ hour
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Hospitals in Racine
CMS lists 1 hospital in Racine, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension All Saints Hospital Racine, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Racine County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Racine County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WI | 10 mi | $61.67/hr | 99,578 |
| West Allis, WI | 22 mi | $62.39/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 25 mi | $62.39/hr | 563,531 |
| Waukegan, IL | 25 mi | $63.31/hr | 88,570 |
| Waukesha, WI | 29 mi | $62.39/hr | 71,461 |
| Palatine, IL | 44 mi | $63.31/hr | 65,951 |
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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 Racine, WI?
Nurse Practitioners in the Racine-Mount Pleasant metro area have a median pay of $61.56 per hour, about $128,050 a year. The middle half earn between $55.29 and $64.78 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Racine a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Racine-Mount Pleasant ranks 182nd of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 151st of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Racine?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Racine, led by Ascension All Saints Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Racine 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 Racine in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Racine 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 Racine?
The federal per diem benchmark in Racine 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 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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- Advanced Nurse Practitioner - Surgical CarePermanent$121k–$183k/ year
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