Nurse Practitioner Salary Guide: Texas
Average Nurse Practitioner Salary
$68.89/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in Texas is $68.89 per hour. This is 7% lower than the US average of $73.78.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Practitioner salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$68.89/hour
Texas
7% lower than the US average.
$73.78/hour
United States
What type of Nurse Practitioners make the most money in Texas?
Only Family Practice reports pay data among Nurse Practitioner specialties in Texas, averaging $71 per hour. For comparison, the Texas average for Nurse Practitioners is $69 per hour — Family Practice earns 3% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Family Practice | $71 | $71 |
How does the pay for Nurse Practitioners in Texas compare to nearby states?
Only Missouri reports pay data for Nurse Practitioners, averaging $78 per hour. Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $91. For comparison, the Texas average for Nurse Practitioners is $69 per hour — Missouri pays 13% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $78 | $91 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Texas?
Memorial Hermann Health System pays Nurse Practitioners the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($52). For comparison, the Texas average for Nurse Practitioners is $69 per hour — Memorial Hermann Health System pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $65 | $65 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $52 | $52 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Nurse Practitioner - Urology
- Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
- Katy, TX
$59-71/hour
Level I Nurse Practitioner - Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
- Houston, TX
$59-71/hour
Nurse Practitioner - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
- Houston, TX
$59-71/hour
Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology
- Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital
- The Woodlands, TX
$59-71/hour
Nurse Practitioner - Occupational Medicine
- Memorial Hermann Health System
- Alvin, TX
$59-71/hour
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