Pediatric nurse demographics and statistics in the US
Pediatric nurse demographics research summary. Zippia estimates pediatric nurse demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our pediatric nurse estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about pediatric nurses after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 1,934,452 pediatric nurses currently employed in the United States.
- 92.3% of all pediatric nurses are women, while 7.7% are men.
- The average pediatric nurse age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of pediatric nurses is White (66.0%), followed by Black or African American (11.3%), Hispanic or Latino (9.1%) and Asian (8.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 94% of what men earned.
- 9% of all pediatric nurses are LGBT.
- Pediatric nurses are 89% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to education companies.
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Pediatric nurse gender statistics
92.3% of pediatric nurses are women and 7.7% of pediatric nurses are men.
- Female, 92.3%
- Male, 7.7%
Pediatric nurse gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 92.3% |
| Male | 7.7% |
Pediatric nurse gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$78,685
Female income
$74,102
Pediatric nurse gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in pediatric nurse positions over time. Currently, 92.3% of pediatric nurses are female.
Pediatric nurse gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.68% | 94.32% |
| 2011 | 5.92% | 94.08% |
| 2012 | 5.99% | 94.01% |
| 2013 | 6.26% | 93.74% |
| 2014 | 6.85% | 93.15% |
| 2015 | 6.62% | 93.38% |
| 2016 | 6.87% | 93.13% |
| 2017 | 7.24% | 92.76% |
| 2018 | 7.47% | 92.53% |
| 2019 | 7.51% | 92.49% |
| 2020 | 7.66% | 92.34% |
| 2021 | 7.65% | 92.35% |
Pediatric nurse related jobs gender ratio
We compared pediatric 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% |
| Pediatric Nurse | 8% | 92% |
| Radiology Resident | 75% | 25% |
| Optometrist, Owner | 76% | 24% |
| Flight Surgeon | 82% | 18% |
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Pediatric nurse demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among pediatric nurses is White, which makes up 66.0% of all pediatric nurses. Comparatively, 11.3% of pediatric nurses are Black or African American and 9.1% of pediatric nurses are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 66.0%
- Black or African American, 11.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.1%
- Asian, 8.9%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Pediatric nurse race
| Pediatric nurse race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.0% |
| Black or African American | 11.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.1% |
| Asian | 8.9% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Pediatric nurse race and ethnicity over time
See how pediatric nurse racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Pediatric nurse race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.96% | 11.47% | 7.13% | 6.56% |
| 2011 | 72.55% | 11.84% | 7.05% | 6.63% |
| 2012 | 72.15% | 11.97% | 7.14% | 6.85% |
| 2013 | 71.99% | 11.91% | 7.24% | 6.80% |
| 2014 | 70.80% | 12.05% | 7.77% | 7.33% |
| 2015 | 70.99% | 12.16% | 7.30% | 7.46% |
| 2016 | 70.79% | 11.69% | 7.73% | 7.72% |
| 2017 | 70.43% | 11.19% | 7.91% | 8.06% |
| 2018 | 70.23% | 11.86% | 7.65% | 7.96% |
| 2019 | 70.26% | 11.20% | 7.95% | 8.32% |
| 2020 | 68.11% | 10.81% | 7.97% | 8.79% |
| 2021 | 65.97% | 11.28% | 8.95% | 9.09% |
Pediatric nurse wage gap by race
According to our data, asian pediatric nurses have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White pediatric nurses have the lowest average salary at $75,464.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $76,502 |
| White | $75,464 |
| Black or African American | $75,751 |
| Asian | $89,191 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $77,326 |
Average pediatric nurse age
See how the average age of pediatric nurses varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Pediatric 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 |
Pediatric nurse age breakdown
The average age of pediatric nurses is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the pediatric nurse population.
Pediatric nurse age breakdown
| Pediatric Nurse Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Pediatric nurse educational attainment
The most common degree for pediatric nurses is bachelor's degree, with 49% of pediatric nurses earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 35% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 49%
- Associate, 35%
- Master's, 7%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Pediatric nurses by degree level
| Pediatric nurse degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 49% |
| Associate | 35% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Pediatric nurse wage gap by degree level
According to the data, pediatric nurses with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $92,943 annually. With a Doctorate degree, pediatric nurses earn a median annual income of $85,211 compared to $81,920 for pediatric nurses with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $92,943 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $81,920 |
| Doctorate Degree | $85,211 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $69,563 |
Pediatric nurse employment statistics
Most pediatric nurses work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where pediatric nurses work
Below, you can see the size of companies where pediatric nurses work.
Pediatric nurse jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 43% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Pediatric nurse jobs by company type
Employees with the pediatric nurse job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most pediatric nurses prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Pediatric nurse jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 89% |
| Government | 1% |
Pediatric nurse jobs by industry
The most common industries for pediatric nurses are health care, education and professional.
Pediatric nurse industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 84% |
| Education | 6% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
Pediatric nurse turnover and employment statistics
Pediatric nurse unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for pediatric nurses between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pediatric nurse unemployment rate by year
| Year | Pediatric 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 pediatric nurse tenure
The average pediatric nurse stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 8,319 pediatric nurses resumes in Zippia's database.
Pediatric nurse tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Pediatric nurse LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of pediatric 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatric Nurse | 8.72% | - |
| Pediatrician/Medical Doctor | 9.88% | 72,269 |
| Midlevel Provider | 11.62% | 25,646 |
| Clinical Exercise Physiologist | 13.00% | 108,099 |
| Public Health Physician | 13.05% | 93,090 |
| Eye Clinic Manager | 17.57% | 15,789 |
| Senior Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 166,113 |
Similar pediatric nurse jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatrician/Medical Doctor | 9.88% | 72,269 |
| Midlevel Provider | 11.62% | 25,646 |
| Clinical Exercise Physiologist | 13.00% | 108,099 |
| Public Health Physician | 13.05% | 93,090 |
| Eye Clinic Manager | 17.57% | 15,789 |
| Senior Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 166,113 |
Foreign languages spoken by pediatric nurses
The most common foreign language among pediatric nurses is Spanish at 66.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.3% and Russian is the third-most popular at 3.4%.
- Spanish, 66.3%
- French, 7.3%
- Russian, 3.4%
- Hindi, 2.9%
- Polish, 2.9%
- Other, 17.2%
Pediatric nurse languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.3% |
| French | 7.3% |
| Russian | 3.4% |
| Hindi | 2.9% |
| Polish | 2.9% |
| Other | 17.2% |
