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Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Salary

Dermatology NPs practice medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology — procedure volume and cash-pay services drive the specialty’s pay premium. The national median across all NPs is $129,210 per year (BLS OEWS, Nurse Practitioners (29-1171) — median annual wage, May 2024). Dermatology pay is estimated at $142K–$162K (+10–25% premium).

All-NP Median (BLS)

$129,210

BLS OEWS, Nurse Practitioners (29-1171) — median annual wage, May 2024

Estimated Dermatology Range

$142K – $162K

Median × +10–25% premium

Certification & Where Dermatology NPs Work

Certification: Typically FNP or AGNP certification (AANPCB / ANCC) plus dermatology experience. State licensure requirements vary — check your state board of nursing for specifics.

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Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Salary — FAQ

How much does a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner make?

The national median across all NPs is $129,210 per year (BLS OEWS, Nurse Practitioners (29-1171) — median annual wage, May 2024). Dermatology roles typically carry a +10–25% premium over that median — an estimated $142K–$162K per year.

Why do Dermatology NPs earn a premium?

The +10–25% premium reflects: Procedure-driven, cash-pay revenue. Typical practice settings include dermatology practices, medical spas, academic clinics.

What certification does a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner need?

Typically FNP or AGNP certification (AANPCB / ANCC) plus dermatology experience. State licensure requirements vary — check your state board of nursing for specifics.

How can I increase my Dermatology NP salary?

Compare offers across practice settings (dermatology practices, medical spas, academic clinics), consider states granting full practice authority (27 states + DC per AANP State Practice Environment), and negotiate total compensation — base, bonuses, CME allowance, and loan-repayment support — rather than base salary alone.

Data sources: BLS OEWS, Nurse Practitioners (29-1171) — median annual wage, May 2024 · specialty premium as published in the NP Hiring salary guide, applied to that median as an estimate.

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