2026 salary estimate
Pediatric Nurse Salary in Dallas, TX 2026
Estimated hourly, weekly, monthly, annual, and take-home pay for pediatric nurse roles in Dallas, compared with Texas and national benchmarks.
Use the Dallas hourly and annual estimates as a local gross-pay benchmark, then compare Texas take-home pay, nearby cities, shift differentials, benefits, and commute costs.
Estimated annual pay
$73,913
Hourly
$35.54
Weekly
$1,421
Monthly
$6,159
Take-home est.
$4,804/mo
Quick answer
In Dallas, TX, the estimated 2026 pediatric nurse salary is $73,913 per year, or about $35.54 per hour, before taxes. The simplified take-home estimate is about $4,804 per month.
For Dallas hourly wage searches, use $35.54 as the local gross hourly estimate and $4,804 per month as the simplified take-home estimate. This is 3% above the Texas average and 5% below the national baseline in this model. Actual offers vary by employer, shift differential, benefits, commute, and overtime rules.
Local hourly estimate
$35.54
Local annual estimate
$73,913
Estimated take-home
$4,804/mo
Hourly, weekly, monthly, and annual pay
Hourly
$35.54
Weekly
$1,421
Monthly
$6,159
Annual
$73,913
Compared with state and national averages
| Benchmark | Annual | Hourly | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $73,913 | $35.54 | Local estimate |
| Texas average | $71,760 | $34.50 | Dallas is 3% above |
| National baseline | $78,000 | $37.50 | Dallas is 5% below |
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 | $53,217 | $25.59 |
| 25th percentile | $63,565 | $30.56 |
| Median estimate | $73,913 | $35.54 |
| 75th percentile | $84,261 | $40.51 |
| 90th percentile | $97,565 | $46.91 |
Nearby city comparison
Take-home pay estimate
The calculator starts with the local gross salary estimate and subtracts a simplified federal tax estimate plus the listed Texas state income tax rate. Texas has no state income tax in this model, so the estimate only applies the simplified federal tax assumption.
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Is this pay good?
For Dallas, the estimated pediatric nurse salary is 3% above the Texas specialty average and 5% below 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 Dallas offers, compare no state income tax, base hourly rate, weekend differential, hospital system benefits, and commute time across the metro area.
FAQ
How much does a Pediatric Nurse make in Dallas, TX?
The 2026 estimate is $73,913 per year, or about $35.54 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 Dallas?
The local gross hourly estimate is $35.54 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 Dallas?
The local annual estimate is $73,913 before taxes. Actual compensation may be higher or lower depending on employer, experience, shift, certifications, and contract type.
Is Dallas a good place for Pediatric Nurse pay?
Dallas is 3% above the Texas average and 5% below the national baseline for this specialty after local cost-of-living adjustment.
What is the estimated take-home pay in Dallas?
Using a simplified federal tax estimate and Texas state income tax rate, estimated take-home pay is about $57,652 per year, or $4,804 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 August 10, 2026.
What should I compare before accepting a Pediatric Nurse offer in Dallas?
For Dallas offers, compare no state income tax, base hourly rate, weekend differential, hospital system benefits, and commute time across the metro area.
Data source and calculation method
Last updated August 10, 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.