What is the average hourly wage for Nurse Midwives?

The median hourly wage for Nurse Midwives is $58.12 per hour. This translates to approximately $120,880 per year working full-time.

What states pay Nurse Midwives the most?

Salaries for Nurse Midwives vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a nurse midwive?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Nurse Midwives Salary

Name: Nurse Midwives Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$120,880

$58.12 / hour

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$64,066 - $207,914

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

7,010

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Nurse Midwives Salary by Percentile

$64,066 $207,914

10th pct Median: $120,880 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$64,066	$30.80
25th Percentile	$87,034	$41.84
50th (Median)	$120,880	$58.12
75th Percentile	$166,814	$80.20
90th (Top Earners)	$207,914	$99.96
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Nurse Midwives

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$159,562	$76.71
2	Massachusetts (MA)	$147,474	$70.90
3	New York (NY)	$147,474	$70.90
4	New Jersey (NJ)	$145,056	$69.74
5	Connecticut (CT)	$142,638	$68.58
6	Maryland (MD)	$142,638	$68.58
7	Hawaii (HI)	$139,012	$66.83
8	Alaska (AK)	$135,386	$65.09
9	Washington (WA)	$135,386	$65.09
10	Colorado (CO)	$130,550	$62.76
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Nurse Midwives

Nurse Midwives work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Nurse Midwives

Projected Growth

+13%

2022-2032

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,897,400

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Nurse Midwives make?

The median annual salary for Nurse Midwives is $120,880 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $64,066, while the top 10% earn $207,914 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Nurse Midwives?

Nurse Midwives earn a median hourly wage of $58.12 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $120,880 annually.

Is Nurse Midwives a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $120,880, Nurse Midwives earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Much faster than average (13% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Nurse Midwives need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.