2026 salary estimate
Pediatric Nurse Salary in Portland, OR 2026
Estimated hourly, weekly, monthly, annual, and take-home pay for pediatric nurse roles in Portland, compared with Oregon and national benchmarks.
Portland, Oregon is averaging inside the top 10, so this page keeps the local pediatric nurse salary answer clear above the fold.
Estimated annual pay
$99,590
Hourly
$47.88
Weekly
$1,915
Monthly
$8,299
Take-home est.
$5,747/mo
Quick answer
In Portland, OR, the estimated 2026 pediatric nurse salary is $99,590 per year, or about $47.88 per hour, before taxes. The simplified take-home estimate is about $5,747 per month.
For Portland hourly wage searches, use $47.88 as the local gross hourly estimate and $5,747 per month as the simplified take-home estimate. This is 14% above the Oregon average and 28% above the national baseline in this model. Actual offers vary by employer, shift differential, benefits, commute, and overtime rules.
Local hourly estimate
$47.88
Local annual estimate
$99,590
Estimated take-home
$5,747/mo
Hourly, weekly, monthly, and annual pay
Hourly
$47.88
Weekly
$1,915
Monthly
$8,299
Annual
$99,590
Compared with state and national averages
| Benchmark | Annual | Hourly | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | $99,590 | $47.88 | Local estimate |
| Oregon average | $87,360 | $42.00 | Portland is 14% above |
| National baseline | $78,000 | $37.50 | Portland is 28% above |
Estimated salary range
This range is an estimate, not a guaranteed offer band. Experience level, shift differentials, facility type, union contracts, weekend premiums, and travel nursing status can move actual compensation materially.
| Range | Annual pay | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $71,705 | $34.47 |
| 25th percentile | $85,647 | $41.18 |
| Median estimate | $99,590 | $47.88 |
| 75th percentile | $113,533 | $54.58 |
| 90th percentile | $131,459 | $63.20 |
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Take-home pay estimate
The calculator starts with the local gross salary estimate and subtracts a simplified federal tax estimate plus the listed Oregon state income tax rate.
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Is this pay good?
For Portland, the estimated pediatric nurse salary is 14% above the Oregon specialty average and 28% above the national baseline. Treat that as a directional signal rather than a final career decision: compare the offer against benefits, shift requirements, commute, patient acuity, overtime availability, and employer retirement match.
What to compare before accepting an offer
For Portland offers, compare base rate, shift differential, pediatric specialty experience, benefits, commute, Oregon tax assumptions, and cost of living.
FAQ
How much does a Pediatric Nurse make in Portland, OR?
The 2026 estimate is $99,590 per year, or about $47.88 per hour, before taxes. Actual offers can vary by hospital, shift differential, experience, certifications, and contract type.
What is the hourly wage for a Pediatric Nurse in Portland?
The local gross hourly estimate is $47.88 before taxes. Use it as a comparison point, then account for night shift differential, weekend premium, overtime rules, benefits, and commute costs.
What is the annual salary for a Pediatric Nurse in Portland?
The local annual estimate is $99,590 before taxes. Actual compensation may be higher or lower depending on employer, experience, shift, certifications, and contract type.
Is Portland a good place for Pediatric Nurse pay?
Portland is 14% above the Oregon average and 28% above the national baseline for this specialty after local cost-of-living adjustment.
What is the estimated take-home pay in Portland?
Using a simplified federal tax estimate and Oregon state income tax rate, estimated take-home pay is about $68,966 per year, or $5,747 per month. This is not tax advice.
Where does this salary figure come from?
TrueNursePay starts with a national specialty baseline, then applies state cost-of-living, city market, and state income tax assumptions. The estimate was last updated on July 16, 2026.
What should I compare before accepting a Pediatric Nurse offer in Portland?
For Portland offers, compare base rate, shift differential, pediatric specialty experience, benefits, commute, Oregon tax assumptions, and cost of living.
Data source and calculation method
Last updated July 16, 2026. TrueNursePay uses a national specialty salary baseline for pediatric nurse, then applies state cost-of-living and city market multipliers. Take-home pay uses simplified tax assumptions. These figures are estimates for comparison and planning, not payroll, tax, legal, or financial advice.