Nurse Practitioners pay in Memphis
In Memphis (TN), the median pay for nurse practitioners is $59.91 an hour ($124,600 a year). About 1,800 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($132,300). It is 6% higher than the Tennessee median ($117,590).
Pay range for nurse practitioners in Memphis (TN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.27 | $83,770 |
| 25% of workers | $51.28 | $106,670 |
| Half of workers (median) | $59.91 | $124,600 |
| 75% of workers | $64.57 | $134,300 |
| 90% of workers | $74.06 | $154,040 |
Nurse Practitioners pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis (this page) | $124,600 | 1,800 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $122,320 | 4,540 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $118,470 | 480 |
| Chattanooga | $116,480 | 1,000 |
| Clarksville | $115,160 | 300 |
| Knoxville | $109,740 | 1,630 |
| Jackson | $108,260 | 410 |
| Cleveland | $107,360 | 170 |
| Morristown | $105,560 | 120 |
| Johnson City | $102,430 | 380 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Memphis (TN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,500 |
| Pharmacists | $134,220 |
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