Average Salary
$75,591
Based on 22 submissions
COL Adjusted
$82,613
COL Index: 91.5 (100 = US avg)
vs. National Avg
-2.6%
National avg: $77,600
Salary by Specialty
Emergency/ER
2 submissions
$105,000
average
NICU
1 submission
$88,000
average
Operating Room
2 submissions
$85,000
average
ICU/Critical Care
3 submissions
$84,000
average
Emergency Department
1 submission
$78,000
average
Medical-Surgical
2 submissions
$73,500
average
Telemetry
3 submissions
$70,000
average
Psych/Mental Health
1 submission
$70,000
average
Psychiatric/Mental Health
1 submission
$68,000
average
Med-Surg
4 submissions
$65,000
average
Home Health
1 submission
$62,000
average
Pediatrics
1 submission
$48,000
average
About Texas
Cost of Living
Texas's cost of living index is 91.5 (US average = 100). This means Texas is 8.5% less expensive than the national average.
Region
Texas is located in the South region of the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average nurse salary in Texas?
The average nurse salary in Texas is $75,591 based on 22 verified submissions. This is below the national average of $77,600.
How does Texas nurse pay compare to cost of living?
Texas has a cost of living index of 91.5 (100 = US average). When adjusted for cost of living, the effective salary is approximately $82,613. This means Texas is 8.5% less expensive than average.
What nursing specialties pay the most in Texas?
Based on verified submissions, the highest-paying nursing specialties in Texas are: Emergency/ER ($105,000 avg), NICU ($88,000 avg), Operating Room ($85,000 avg). Salaries vary by experience, certifications, and facility type.
Is Texas a good state for nurse pay?
Texas nurse salaries are 2.6% lower than the national average. However, it's important to consider cost of living, benefits, nurse-to-patient ratios, and work conditions when evaluating total compensation value.
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