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Nurse practitioner salary in Australia

How much does a Nurse Practitioner make in Australia?

Average base salary

$137,442

The average salary for a nurse practitioner is $137,442 per year in Australia. 385 salaries reported, updated at 19 October 2026

Nurse Practitioner job openings in Australia

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Nurse Practitioner
BETHANIE GROUP3.7out of 5 stars.
Mandurah WA
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Nurse Practitioner in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
WorkPac
 
$194,272per year
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Laser Clinics
 
$175,000per year
The GEO Group Australia
 
$165,443per year
Adecco
 
$161,200per year
Uniting
 
$155,459per year
Aspen Medical
 
$151,250per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Nurse Practitioners

  1. Lismore NSW
    $158,786 per year
  2. Canberra ACT
    $151,185 per year
  3. Joondalup WA
    $123,829 per year
  4. Perth WA
    $119,291 per year
  5. Darwin NT
    $113,814 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Nurse Practitioner

The average salary for a Nurse Practitioner is $137,442 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 385 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 19 October 2026.

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Nurse Practitioner salaries typically range between a low of $107,989 and a high of $174,928 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Nurse Practitioner include Lismore NSW at $158,786 per year, Canberra ACT at $151,185 per year and Joondalup WA at $123,829 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Nurse Practitioner include WorkPac ($194,272 per year) and Laser Clinics ($175,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Nurse Practitioner salary compares to related positions:

  • Lead Nurse Practitioner: Average $151,688 per year
  • Nurse Practitioner II: Average $100,298 per year
  • Senior Nurse Practitioner: Average $132,488 per year

How much do similar professions as Nurse Practitioner get paid in Australia?

Lead Nurse Practitioner

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Average $151,688 per year

Senior Nurse Practitioner

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Average $132,488 per year