Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Salary in California

How much does a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in California is $131,532 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,339
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,587 to $140,329
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,265
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Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $140,329 $11,694 $2,699 $67
Average $131,532 $10,961 $2,529 $63
25th Percentile $124,587 $10,382 $2,396 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Salaries

A Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner'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 Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner'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): $127,404
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $127,925
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,655
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,943
  • Expert (over 8 years): $132,387
Levels Salary
Entry Level Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner$127,404
Intermediate Level Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner$127,925
Senior Level Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner$128,655
Specialist Level Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner$129,943
Expert Level Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner$132,387
$127,404 0 yr
$127,925 < 2 yrs
$128,655 2-4 yrs
$129,943 5-8 yrs
$132,387 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioners

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:

  • Los Angeles: $131,758
  • West Hollywood: $131,663
  • Dodgertown: $131,757

Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner 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, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$157,838$76.020%

Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner'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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$124,587
Average $131,532/year
$140,329
$10,382
Average $10,961/month
$11,694
$2,396
Average $2,529/week
$2,699
$60
Average $63/hour
$67
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $140,329 $11,694 $2,699 $67
Average $131,532 $10,961 $2,529 $63
25th Percentile $124,587 $10,382 $2,396 $60

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