Nurse practitioners Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median nurse practitioners salary in the UK is £41,392 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £40,947, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £24.11.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £31,244 in Wales to £50,746 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£41,392
Annual
UK Mean
£40,947
Annual
Hourly Rate
£24.11
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £50,746 | £48,116 | £43,596 |
| West Midlands | £42,256 | £41,933 | £46,181 |
| South West | £42,091 | £42,164 | £43,799 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £41,478 | £40,854 | £45,832 |
| North East | £41,201 | £41,418 | £45,728 |
| North West | £41,159 | £39,798 | £45,130 |
| South East | £40,689 | £41,257 | £39,427 |
| Scotland | £39,156 | £39,822 | £42,423 |
| East | £37,763 | £37,827 | £38,811 |
| East Midlands | £36,869 | £39,103 | £40,162 |
| Wales | £31,244 | £34,892 | £34,716 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average nurse practitioners salary in the UK?
The median nurse practitioners salary in the UK is £41,392 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £40,947, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays nurse practitioners the most?
London pays the highest nurse practitioners salaries with a median of £50,746.
How does nurse practitioners pay vary by region?
Nurse practitioners salaries range from £31,244 in Wales to £50,746 in London.
Are nurse practitioners salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for nurse practitioners?
The median hourly rate for nurse practitioners in the UK is £24.11 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.