Highest Paid Nurse Practitioner Specialties (2026)
Nurse practitioner salaries vary significantly by specialty, location, and experience. We track 0 NP programs to help you find the right specialty.
Psychiatric NP (PMHNP)
PMHNPs are among the highest-paid NP specialties, earning $130,000-$170,000+ per year. Demand has surged due to the mental health crisis, with some PMHNPs in private practice earning over $200,000.
Acute Care NP (ACNP)
ACNPs working in emergency departments, ICUs, and surgical settings earn $120,000-$150,000 per year. Overnight and weekend differentials can significantly increase total compensation.
Family NP (FNP)
FNPs are the most common NP specialty, earning $110,000-$140,000 per year. FNPs have the most versatile scope of practice, treating patients across the lifespan.
Neonatal NP (NNP)
NNPs specialize in caring for critically ill newborns and earn $115,000-$145,000 per year. These positions are concentrated in hospitals with Level III and IV NICUs.
Women's Health NP (WHNP)
WHNPs earn $100,000-$130,000 per year. They specialize in reproductive health, prenatal care, and gynecological services. Some combine WHNP with midwifery certification.
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