Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Texas
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$45.61/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Texas is $45.61 per hour. This is 12% lower than the US average of $50.96.
Last updated on October 23, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$45.61/hour
Texas
12% lower than the US average.
$50.96/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Little Elm, Texas, Euless, Texas, and Prosper, Texas pay Acute Care Nurses the most, all averaging $60 per hour. For comparison, the Texas average for Acute Care Nurses is $46 per hour — Little Elm, Texas, Euless, Texas, and Prosper, Texas pay 32% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Little Elm, Texas | $60 | $60 |
| Euless, Texas | $60 | $60 |
| Prosper, Texas | $60 | $60 |
| Plano, Texas | $54 | $60 |
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Kansas ($53) and Missouri ($51). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Texas average for Acute Care Nurses is $46 per hour — Colorado pays 25% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Kansas | $53 | $59 |
| Missouri | $51 | $62 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Texas?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Parkland Health and Hospital System ($39). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Texas average for Acute Care Nurses is $46 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 10% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $45 |
| Parkland Health and Hospital System | $39 | $43 |
Last updated on October 23, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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