PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Pediatrics, 27 Hours (Days/Evenings / Rotating Saturdays)
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$38.05–$75.33/ hour
Pediatric nurse jobs in Boston, MA
Pay for registered nurses in the Boston area centers on $49.25 per hour, or about $102,440 a year. The lower quarter earns under $40.48 and the upper quarter over $65.94. The CMS hospital directory lists 12 hospitals in Boston. That ranks 51st of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 90th of 335 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Boston.
- $49.25median pay per hour, Boston
- $40–$66typical range per hour
- 66,440registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Pediatric nurse roles in Boston
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Pediatrics, 28 Hours (Day/Evenings/Sat)
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$38.05–$75.33/ hour
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The metro median is in line with the Massachusetts statewide median of $49.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 66,440 registered nurses employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 24.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.46 | $77,920 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.48 | $84,200 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.25 | $102,440 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.94 | $137,160 | 47% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $85.16 | $177,130 | 89% above U.S. median |
How Boston ranks
- 51st of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 90th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Massachusetts metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for pediatric nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Boston
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.25 median hour buys what $45.49 buys at the national price level, 1% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Boston paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,773
- Per year: $88,650
- Per month: $7,388
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Boston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $273 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,555 |
| 13-week assignment | $33,215 |
Travel pediatric nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Boston
CMS lists 12 hospitals in Boston, 3 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pediatric nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham And Women's Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| New England Baptist Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Boston Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tufts Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Boston Children's Hospital Boston, MA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Carney Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary - Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| The Shriners' Hospital For Children - Boston Boston, MA | Children's | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Suffolk County
HRSA lists 17 active primary care shortage designations that include Suffolk County (1 population-group, 16 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do pediatric nurses make in Boston, MA?
BLS reports pay for registered nurses overall, not by specialty. Registered Nurses in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $49.25 per hour, about $102,440 a year. The middle half earn between $40.48 and $65.94 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Boston a good place for pediatric nurses once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 90th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring pediatric nurses in Boston?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Boston. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Boston.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Boston as a pediatric nurse?
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Boston in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 17 active primary care shortage designations that include Suffolk County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Boston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Boston is $273 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,555 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 137 postings$56.69/ hr$32–$81
- The General Hospital CorporationBoston, MA · 3 wage offers$50.31/ hr$48–$95
- Fresenius Medical CareBoston, MA · 8 postings$47.50/ hr$31–$59
- Veterans Health AdministrationWorcester, MA · 5 postings$66.37/ hr$40–$93
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- Registered Nurse, 4 West, Neurology/Neurosurgery, 24 Hours, NightsPermanent$39.89–$87.15/ hour
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