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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Iowa is $111,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.
However, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $118,800 | $9,900 | $2,285 | $57 |
| Average | $111,800 | $9,317 | $2,150 | $54 |
| 25th Percentile | $105,800 | $8,817 | $2,035 | $51 |
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A Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) | $109,798 |
| Intermediate Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) | $110,248 |
| Senior Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) | $110,878 |
| Specialist Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) | $111,989 |
| Expert Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) | $114,103 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $118,589. While startup companies pay approximate $101,054.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $101,054 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $106,676 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $114,711 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $118,589 |
For Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $134,160 | $64.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $118,800 | $9,900 | $2,285 | $57 |
| Average | $111,800 | $9,317 | $2,150 | $54 |
| 25th Percentile | $105,800 | $8,817 | $2,035 | $51 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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