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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Icu Nurse Practitioner in California is $125,284 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.
However, an Icu Nurse Practitioner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Icu Nurse Practitioner Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $143,038 | $11,920 | $2,751 | $69 |
| Average | $125,284 | $10,440 | $2,409 | $60 |
| 25th Percentile | $108,372 | $9,031 | $2,084 | $52 |
Sutter Health - San Francisco, CA
MCM & Associates LLC - Inglewood, CA
ProLocums - Eureka, CA
Aya Locums - Oakland, CA
An Icu 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.
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 Icu Nurse Practitioners. 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:
For Icu Nurse Practitioner roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 0% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 0% above the average. Conversely, Icu Nurse Practitioner positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Icu Nurse Practitioner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
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Understanding how an Icu 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $143,038 | $11,920 | $2,751 | $69 |
| Average | $125,284 | $10,440 | $2,409 | $60 |
| 25th Percentile | $108,372 | $9,031 | $2,084 | $52 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Icu Nurse Practitioner job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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