Do male nurse get paid more than female nurses?

On average, no, male nurses do not get paid more than female nurses. In fact, research suggests that there is a gender pay gap in nursing, with female nurses earning less than male nurses even when controlling for factors such as experience, education, and specialty.

For example, a study conducted by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) found that the median annual salary for female nurses was $65,560, while the median annual salary for male nurses was $70,000. This represents a salary difference of 6.7%.

Additionally, the AACN study found that male nurses earned more than female nurses in every specialty except for pediatric nursing. Specifically, the largest gender pay gaps were found in the following specialties:

- Nurse anesthesia: Male nurses earned 39% more than female nurses

- Critical care nursing: Male nurses earned 26% more than female nurses

- Surgical nursing: Male nurses earned 19% more than female nurses

The gender pay gap in nursing is a complex issue with multiple contributing factors. Some potential explanations for the gap include gender discrimination, differences in job experience and qualifications, and differing career goals and opportunities. Further research is needed to fully understand the causes of the gender pay gap and to develop effective strategies to address it.