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Veterans Health Administration · Milwaukee, WI
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in West Allis, WI
The median nurse practitioner pay in the West Allis area is $62.39 per hour ($129,760 a year), with the typical range running from $54.84 to $64.17. 1 open role with published pay is listed for West Allis and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in West Allis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near West Allis.
- $62.39median pay per hour, Milwaukee
- $55–$64typical range per hour
- 1,940nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Family Medicine NP/PA
Ascension Health · West Allis, WI
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The metro median is 1% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $61.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 1,940 nurse practitioners employed in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.18).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $53.16 | $110,570 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $54.84 | $114,070 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $62.39 | $129,760 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $64.17 | $133,470 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $77.75 | $161,720 | 25% above U.S. median |
How West Allis ranks
- 122nd of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 177th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 West Allis
- Overall prices in Milwaukee-Waukesha run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $62.39 median hour buys what $64.36 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 West Allis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,246
- Per year: $112,302
- Per month: $9,358
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in West Allis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $140 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,540 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,020 |
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 West Allis
CMS lists 2 hospitals in West Allis, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Allis Memorial Hospital West Allis, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Granite Hills Hospital West Allis, WI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Milwaukee County
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Milwaukee County (1 geographic, 2 population-group, 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 5 mi | $62.39/hr | 563,531 |
| Waukesha, WI | 11 mi | $62.39/hr | 71,461 |
| Racine, WI | 22 mi | $61.56/hr | 78,057 |
| Kenosha, WI | 30 mi | $61.67/hr | 99,578 |
| Waukegan, IL | 45 mi | $63.31/hr | 88,570 |
| Janesville, WI | 55 mi | $63.00/hr | 66,428 |
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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 West Allis, WI?
Nurse Practitioners in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area have a median pay of $62.39 per hour, about $129,760 a year. The middle half earn between $54.84 and $64.17 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is West Allis a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Milwaukee-Waukesha ranks 177th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 122nd of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse practitioners in West Allis?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Milwaukee-Waukesha area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near West Allis.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in West Allis 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 West Allis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Milwaukee 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 West Allis?
The federal per diem benchmark in West Allis is $140 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 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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