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Pediatric Nurse Salary in Connecticut 2026
Statewide pay overview, hourly rate, top cities, estimated take-home pay, and city-level links for pediatric nurse roles in CT.
Statewide annual estimate
$99,060
$47.63/hr, $1,905/wk, $8,255/mo
State pay snapshot
Hourly
$47.63
Weekly
$1,905
Monthly
$8,255
Annual
$99,060
This is 27% above the national baseline of $78,000 per year for pediatric nurse.
Top paying cities in CT
| City | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Stamford, CT | $56.20 | $116,891 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $50.01 | $104,013 |
| New Haven, CT | $49.53 | $103,022 |
| Hartford, CT | $48.58 | $101,041 |
| Waterbury, CT | $46.20 | $96,088 |
Estimated salary range
10th percentile
$71,323
$34.29/hr
25th percentile
$85,192
$40.96/hr
Median estimate
$99,060
$47.63/hr
75th percentile
$112,928
$54.29/hr
90th percentile
$130,759
$62.86/hr
Take-home pay and taxes
Estimated take-home pay for the statewide salary is about $71,819 per year, or $5,985 per month, using a simplified federal tax assumption and the stored Connecticut state income tax rate. Use a city page calculator to adjust the salary input for a specific offer.
How to increase pay
- Compare offers across the highest-paying cities before accepting a role.
- Ask about shift differential, weekend differential, overtime rules, and call pay.
- Document specialty certifications, high-acuity experience, and unit leadership work.
- Compare total compensation, not only hourly rate: benefits and retirement match matter.
FAQ
How much does a Pediatric Nurse make in Connecticut?
The 2026 statewide estimate is $99,060 per year, or about $47.63 per hour, before taxes.
What are the top cities for Pediatric Nurse salary in CT?
Among the cities in this model, Stamford, Bridgeport, New Haven currently show the highest local estimates for pediatric nurse pay.
Is Connecticut above or below the national average?
Connecticut is estimated to be 27% above the national baseline for pediatric nurse pay after the state cost-of-living adjustment.
Methodology
Last updated April 29, 2026. State estimates start with a national specialty salary baseline and apply the Connecticut cost-of-living multiplier. City pages add local market multipliers. Estimates are for planning and comparison only.