The median annual salary for nurse practitioners tops six figures, clocking in at $126,260 in 2023. Among NPs, the top 25% of earners made $140,610 that year, while the bottom 25% made $106,960.

When Mark Scott steps into the Santa Fe city manager position Monday, he will become the highest-paid city employee. His salary of $225,000 — a notable increase over the $182,000 earned annually by ...