Geographic location is among the factors that influence the decision about seeking or accepting a new job for 50% of NP respondents. Compared to last year, satisfaction levels by region were
- 5% higher than last year in the Midwest
- 4% higher than last year in the South
- 2% lower than last year in the Northeast
- 14% lower than last year in the West
with 34% of NPs practicing in the South; 25% in the Northeast; 20% in the Midwest and West, each. 78% of NPs working in the Midwest are “most of the time/always” satisfied with their job.
SALARY
Because you indicated that salary is the most importance part of a desirable compensation package, we asked you to tell us what your salary bracket is. The amounts ranged from < $50,000 to > $175,000 per year (in $25,000 increments). Combining the responses to this question with those asking about gender and specialty, we are able to tie these factors together for you.
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