Nurse Midwives Salary (2025)
Based on 7,920 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $93,620 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $116,510 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $134,040 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $157,400 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $188,320 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$94K
25th
$117K
Median
$134K
75th
$157K
90th
$188K
Highest Paying States for Nurse Midwives
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $194,730 |
| Hawaii | $165,360 |
| Massachusetts | $162,420 |
| Arizona | $159,910 |
| New Jersey | $159,170 |
| Vermont | $148,100 |
| Oregon | $146,010 |
| Alaska | $144,130 |
| New York | $143,360 |
| Maryland | $141,880 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Nurse Midwives salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $194,730 per year, while Maryland has an average of $141,880 — a difference of $52,850. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Nurse Midwives
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 7,920 workers were employed as Nurse Midwivess in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $136,980 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1161