Pediatric Surgeons vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Who Earns More?
Pediatric Surgeonss out-earn Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess by $495K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Pediatric Surgeonss land at $559,030 and Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess at $64,400. The education gap is real: pediatric surgeon programs typically require doctoral or professional degree, while licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse programs require postsecondary nondegree award. Top-paying state for Pediatric Surgeonss is Ohio ($488,160); for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess it's Washington ($83,150).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Pediatric Surgeons median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Pediatric Surgeonss or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess?
Pediatric Surgeonss earn more nationally. The median is $559,030 for Pediatric Surgeonss versus $64,400 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess, a difference of $495K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Pediatric Surgeons or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational 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, Pediatric Surgeons or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Pediatric Surgeons typically requires doctoral or professional degree. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses requires postsecondary nondegree award. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Pediatric Surgeonss get paid the most?
Ohio is the top-paying state for Pediatric Surgeonss at $488,160/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Pediatric Surgeons vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Ohio, Pediatric Surgeonss earn $488,160 vs. $61,950 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.