Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary in North Carolina

How much does a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) make in North Carolina?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) in North Carolina is $111,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,373
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,000 to $118,000
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,537
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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $118,000 $9,833 $2,269 $57
Average $111,000 $9,250 $2,135 $53
25th Percentile $105,000 $8,750 $2,019 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salaries

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.

How Experience Level Affects Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salaries?

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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $109,029
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $109,476
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,101
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,205
  • Expert (over 8 years): $113,304
Levels Salary
Entry Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)$109,029
Intermediate Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)$109,476
Senior Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)$110,101
Specialist Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)$111,205
Expert Level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)$113,304
$109,029 0 yr
$109,476 < 2 yrs
$110,101 2-4 yrs
$111,205 5-8 yrs
$113,304 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)s

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:

  • Morven: $105,900
  • Mount Holly: $112,300
  • Mount Mourne: $110,800

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

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 $117,740. While startup companies pay approximate $100,331.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$100,331
Growth Stage51~500$105,913
Established501~5000$113,890
Enterprise5000+$117,740

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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.

The top paying industry for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$133,200$64.020%

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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  • Kintegra Health

    Shelby, NC

    Kintegra Health | Shelby, NC

    Job Description. Job Description. Pediatric APP - Part-Time (Shelby) or Full-Time (Shelby and Nearby Clinics). The Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practi... more

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  • PruittHealth

    Rocky Mount, NC

    PruittHealth | Rocky Mount, NC

    Nurse Practitioner NP - Hospice & Palliative Care Services. Join the PruittHealth Hospice family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top p... more

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  • PruittHealth

    Fayetteville, NC

    PruittHealth | Fayetteville, NC

    NURSE PRACTITIONER NP - HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICES - PRNJoin the PruittHealth Hospice family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our... more

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    Greenville, NC

    PruittHealth | Greenville, NC

    Nurse Practitioner - Hospice And Palliative Care Services. Join the PruittHealth Hospice family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top pr... more

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  • Kintegra Health

    Gastonia, NC

    Kintegra Health | Gastonia, NC

    Job Description. Job Description. This role is ideal for candidates with. at least two years of experience as a PMHNP working with Pediatric patients. Summ... more

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    Rockwell, NC

    Hayman Daugherty Associates | Rockwell, NC

    Psychiatry PA/NP Needed Near Greenville, NC Just an hour outside of Greenville, NC, a large medical group is seeking a PA/NP to join the team of psychiatri... more

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