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Nurse Midwife

A comprehensive guide to Nurse Midwife licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$127,706 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
196,700High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
155,710High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Yes
145,000High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
VT
VermontCompact: Pending
140,240High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
VA
VirginiaCompact: Yes
139,770High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
UT
UtahCompact: No
138,020High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails