Dermatologists vs. Registered Nurses: Who Earns More?
Dermatologistss out-earn Registered Nursess by $231K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Dermatologistss land at $328,730 and Registered Nursess at $97,550. The education gap is real: dermatologist programs typically require doctoral or professional degree, while registered nurse programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Dermatologistss is Minnesota ($625,790); for Registered Nursess it's California ($140,270).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Dermatologists median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Dermatologistss or Registered Nursess?
Dermatologistss earn more nationally. The median is $328,730 for Dermatologistss versus $97,550 for Registered Nursess, a difference of $231K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Dermatologists or Registered Nurses?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Dermatologists or Registered Nurses?
Dermatologists typically requires doctoral or professional degree. Registered Nurses requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Dermatologistss get paid the most?
Minnesota is the top-paying state for Dermatologistss at $625,790/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Dermatologists vs. Registered Nurses pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Minnesota, Dermatologistss earn $625,790 vs. $101,510 for Registered Nursess. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.