Maternity nurse demographics and statistics in the US
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Maternity nurse gender statistics
90.4% of maternity nurses are women and 9.6% of maternity nurses are men.
- Female, 90.4%
- Male, 9.6%
Maternity nurse gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 90.4% |
| Male | 9.6% |
Maternity nurse gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$80,438
Female income
$75,167
Maternity nurse gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in maternity nurse positions over time. Currently, 90.4% of maternity nurses are female.
Maternity nurse gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.13% | 92.87% |
| 2011 | 7.43% | 92.57% |
| 2012 | 7.52% | 92.48% |
| 2013 | 7.85% | 92.15% |
| 2014 | 8.58% | 91.42% |
| 2015 | 8.29% | 91.71% |
| 2016 | 8.60% | 91.40% |
| 2017 | 9.06% | 90.94% |
| 2018 | 9.34% | 90.66% |
| 2019 | 9.38% | 90.62% |
| 2020 | 9.58% | 90.42% |
| 2021 | 9.56% | 90.44% |
Maternity nurse related jobs gender ratio
We compared maternity nurses with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, flight surgeon and optometrist, owner have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse Midwife | 2% | 98% |
| Perinatal Nurse | 3% | 97% |
| Therapeutic Dietitian | 3% | 97% |
| Maternity Nurse | 10% | 90% |
| Radiology Resident | 75% | 25% |
| Optometrist, Owner | 76% | 24% |
| Flight Surgeon | 82% | 18% |
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Maternity nurse demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among maternity nurses is White, which makes up 65.4% of all maternity nurses. Comparatively, 10.1% of maternity nurses are Hispanic or Latino and 9.9% of maternity nurses are Asian.
- White, 65.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.1%
- Asian, 9.9%
- Black or African American, 9.8%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Maternity nurse race
| Maternity nurse race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.1% |
| Asian | 9.9% |
| Black or African American | 9.8% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Maternity nurse race and ethnicity over time
See how maternity nurse racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Maternity nurse race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.41% | 9.98% | 8.11% | 7.54% |
| 2011 | 72.00% | 10.35% | 8.03% | 7.61% |
| 2012 | 71.60% | 10.48% | 8.12% | 7.83% |
| 2013 | 71.44% | 10.41% | 8.23% | 7.79% |
| 2014 | 70.25% | 10.55% | 8.75% | 8.31% |
| 2015 | 70.44% | 10.67% | 8.28% | 8.44% |
| 2016 | 70.24% | 10.20% | 8.71% | 8.70% |
| 2017 | 69.88% | 9.70% | 8.89% | 9.04% |
| 2018 | 69.68% | 10.37% | 8.63% | 8.94% |
| 2019 | 69.71% | 9.71% | 8.93% | 9.30% |
| 2020 | 67.56% | 9.32% | 8.95% | 9.77% |
| 2021 | 65.42% | 9.79% | 9.93% | 10.08% |
Maternity nurse wage gap by race
According to our data, asian maternity nurses have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White maternity nurses have the lowest average salary at $76,730.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $77,923 |
| White | $76,730 |
| Black or African American | $77,058 |
| Asian | $92,671 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $78,871 |
Average maternity nurse age
See how the average age of maternity nurses varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Maternity nurse age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 40.5 |
| Asian | 39 | 44 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 38 |
| White | 42 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 42 |
Maternity nurse age breakdown
The average age of maternity nurses is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the maternity nurse population.
Maternity nurse age breakdown
| Maternity Nurse Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Maternity nurse educational attainment
The most common degree for maternity nurses is bachelor's degree, with 54% of maternity nurses earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 31% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 54%
- Associate, 31%
- Master's, 7%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Maternity nurses by degree level
| Maternity nurse degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 54% |
| Associate | 31% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Maternity nurse wage gap by degree level
According to the data, maternity nurses with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $97,087 annually. With a Doctorate degree, maternity nurses earn a median annual income of $88,014 compared to $84,184 for maternity nurses with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $97,087 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $84,184 |
| Doctorate Degree | $88,014 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $69,987 |
Maternity nurse employment statistics
Company size where maternity nurses work
Below, you can see the size of companies where maternity nurses work.
Maternity nurse jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 39% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Maternity nurse jobs by company type
Employees with the maternity nurse job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most maternity nurses prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Maternity nurse jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 82% |
| Government | 5% |
Maternity nurse turnover and employment statistics
Maternity nurse unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for maternity nurses between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Maternity nurse unemployment rate by year
| Year | Maternity nurse unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1.90% |
| 2011 | 1.97% |
| 2012 | 1.94% |
| 2013 | 1.69% |
| 2014 | 1.75% |
| 2015 | 1.37% |
| 2016 | 1.10% |
| 2017 | 1.04% |
| 2018 | 1.07% |
| 2019 | 1.04% |
| 2020 | 1.45% |
| 2021 | 1.37% |
Average maternity nurse tenure
The average maternity nurse stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 297 maternity nurses resumes in Zippia's database.
Maternity nurse tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 30% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Maternity nurse LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of maternity nurses that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Maternity Nurse | 8.72% | - |
| Outpatient Psychiatrist | 9.88% | 9,279 |
| Anesthesia Assistant | 11.62% | 2,396 |
| Sex Therapist | 13.00% | 33,260 |
| Emergency Room Physician | 13.05% | 85,836 |
| Chief, Optometry Service | 17.57% | 20,889 |
| Staff Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 72,711 |
Similar maternity nurse jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Outpatient Psychiatrist | 9.88% | 9,279 |
| Anesthesia Assistant | 11.62% | 2,396 |
| Sex Therapist | 13.00% | 33,260 |
| Emergency Room Physician | 13.05% | 85,836 |
| Chief, Optometry Service | 17.57% | 20,889 |
| Staff Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 72,711 |
Foreign languages spoken by maternity nurses
The most common foreign language among maternity nurses is Spanish at 42.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 14.3% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 42.9%
- Mandarin, 14.3%
- Chinese, 7.1%
- Filipino, 7.1%
- Vietnamese, 7.1%
- Other, 21.5%
Maternity nurse languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.9% |
| Mandarin | 14.3% |
| Chinese | 7.1% |
| Filipino | 7.1% |
| Vietnamese | 7.1% |
| Other | 21.5% |