As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for general surgery nurse practitioner in the US is $125,321, equivalent to $60 per hour, $2,410 weekly, or $10,443 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for general surgery nurse practitioner in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for general surgery nurse practitioner in the US vary widely, spanning from $112,436 to $140,431. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($118,577) and 75th percentile ($133,230), while top earners (90th percentile) make $140,431 per year. This $14,653 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Collaboration or Psychiatric, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia general surgery nurse practitioner often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
general surgery nurse practitioner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile general surgery nurse practitioner Salary $112,436 US October 01, 2026
25th Percentile general surgery nurse practitioner Salary $118,577 US October 01, 2026
50th Percentile general surgery nurse practitioner Salary $125,321 US October 01, 2026
75th Percentile general surgery nurse practitioner Salary $133,230 US October 01, 2026
90th Percentile general surgery nurse practitioner Salary $140,431 US October 01, 2026
25% $118,577 10% $112,436 90% $140,431 75% $133,230 $125,321 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A general surgery nurse practitioner ?

A general surgery nurse practitioner (NP) specializes in providing comprehensive care to surgical patients. Responsibilities include conducting pre-operative assessments, assisting in surgical procedures, managing post-operative care, and educating patients about recovery processes. NPs in this field collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The salary for a general surgery nurse practitioner varies based on factors such as geographic location, years of experience, and the type of healthcare facility. On average, salaries range from $90,...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of general surgery nurse practitioner in the United States. The base salary for general surgery nurse practitioner ranges from $118,577 to $133,230 with the average base salary of $125,321. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $133,478 to $159,469 with the average total cash compensation of $145,774.

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