Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) Salary in the United States

How much does an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) in the United States is $58,203 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,166
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,556 to $69,699
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,594
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Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $69,699 $5,808 $1,340 $34
Average $58,203 $4,850 $1,119 $28
25th Percentile $50,556 $4,213 $972 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) Salaries

An Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $64,442.
  • California: $64,197.
  • Massachusetts: $63,342.

Top Paying Cities for Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)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:

  • San Jose: $73,411
  • San Francisco: $72,689
  • Oakland: $71,077

What Skills Can Increase an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)'s Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Coordination (Mentioned in 14.26% Job Postings): Ability to plan, execute, and adjust job duties to achieve business goals.
  • Home Care (Mentioned in 3.19% Job Postings): Homecare is health care or supportive care provided by a professional caregiver in the individual home where the patient or client is living, as opposed to care provided in group accommodations like clinics or nursing home.
  • Community Health (Mentioned in 1.74% Job Postings): Community health refers to simple health services that are delivered by laymen outside hospitals and clinics.
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Coordination 14.26%
Home Care 3.19%
Community Health 1.74%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)'s salary.
  • Pediatric: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Integrated Care: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Pediatric
 $64,605
11%
Integrated Care
 $64,023
10%
Presentation
 $63,441
9%
Commitment
 $61,695
6%
Care Management
 $61,113
5%
Quality Improvement
 $61,113
5%
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How Education impacts an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)'s Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)s enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $61,900 and $74,308).

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 31.4%
Associates 14.7%
Bachelors 33.0%
Masters 20.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)'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.

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$50,556
Average $58,203/year
$69,699
$4,213
Average $4,850/month
$5,808
$972
Average $1,119/week
$1,340
$24
Average $28/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $69,699 $5,808 $1,340 $34
Average $58,203 $4,850 $1,119 $28
25th Percentile $50,556 $4,213 $972 $24

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Salary Trends for Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn)

Salaries for an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $62,770 in 2023 to around $62,074 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse (Aprn) salary trends, .

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