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3. Women currently make up 87-89% of nurses, typically a respected well paid profession.

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Fri Jun 26, 2026, 11:21 AM

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https://usafacts.org/answers/how-many-nurses-are-there-in-the-us/

Women make up approximately 87% to 89% of the nursing workforce in the United States. Men currently account for about 11% to 13% of nurses, which reflects a steady increase in male representation in the profession over the last few decades.Gender breakdown by specific nursing roles:Registered Nurses (RNs): ~87% are womenNurse Practitioners: ~90% are womenLicensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPNs/LVNs): ~90% are women

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