Average Travel Long Term Care Nurse Salary

$1,673/week

The average salary for a Travel Long Term Care Nurse in Texas is $1,673 per week. This is 24% lower than the US average of $2,073.

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on 231 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages

$1,673/week

Texas

24% lower than the US average.

$2,073/week

United States

Average Travel Long Term Care Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
How does the pay for Travel Long Term Care Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?

Missouri pays Travel Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $2,161 per week, followed by Nebraska ($2,060) and Kansas ($1,997). Colorado has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,222. For comparison, the Texas average for Travel Long Term Care Nurses is $1,673 per week — Missouri pays 29% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Missouri$2,161$2,878
Nebraska$2,060$3,097
Kansas$1,997$2,853
New Mexico$1,990$2,806
Mississippi$1,968$2,142
Colorado$1,881$3,222
Arizona$1,786$2,281

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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