Midwifery nurses vs Nurse practitioners: which pays more in the UK?
Data from ONS ASHE · 2026
Salary comparison
| Metric | Midwifery nurses | Nurse practitioners |
|---|---|---|
| Median (50th pct) | £39,327 | £41,392 |
| Mean | £38,474 | £40,947 |
| 25th percentile | £29,055 | £30,945 |
| 75th percentile | £47,780 | £50,139 |
Bottom line
Nurse practitioners typically earns around 5% more than Midwifery nurses in the UK (£39,327 vs £41,392 median).
Regional comparison
Top 3 regions by salary gap between the two roles.
| Region | Midwifery nurses | Nurse practitioners | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | £35,871 | £27,601 | £8,270 |
| South West | £31,465 | £25,157 | £6,308 |
| Scotland | £31,498 | £25,733 | £5,765 |
More comparisons
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE). UK median annual gross salary.