Average Intensive Care Unit Nurse Salary

$37.45/hour

The average salary for an Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Texas is $37.45 per hour. This is 9% lower than the US average of $40.87.

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Intensive Care Unit Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages

$37.45/hour

Texas

9% lower than the US average.

$40.87/hour

United States

What cities in Texas pay the most for Intensive Care Unit Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Dallas, Texas$47$55
Houston, Texas$45$54
Plano, Texas$43$55
Round Rock, Texas$40$50

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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