Nurse Practitioners pay in Columbus
In Columbus (OH), the median pay for nurse practitioners is $59.89 an hour ($124,580 a year). About 3,140 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($132,300). It is about the same as the Ohio median ($124,870).
Pay range for nurse practitioners in Columbus (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $48.06 | $99,960 |
| 25% of workers | $49.40 | $102,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $59.89 | $124,580 |
| 75% of workers | $64.30 | $133,750 |
| 90% of workers | $72.24 | $150,250 |
Nurse Practitioners pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $130,800 | 3,320 |
| Cincinnati | $128,700 | 2,820 |
| Akron | $127,090 | 1,050 |
| Columbus (this page) | $124,580 | 3,140 |
| Springfield | $124,440 | 110 |
| Mansfield | $121,870 | 150 |
| Toledo | $121,780 | 800 |
| Sandusky | $121,230 | 90 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $120,970 | 400 |
| Lima | $120,350 | 210 |
| Canton-Massillon | $118,370 | 440 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $118,210 | 980 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nurse practitioners
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +41% over ten years, much faster than average · about 29,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Columbus (OH)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $83,900 |
| Physician Assistants | $137,550 |
| Pharmacists | $133,960 |
| Physical Therapists | $105,130 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $96,460 |
| Occupational Therapists | $98,920 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $81,860 |
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