Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: Houston, TX

Average Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse Salary

$46.55/hour

The average salary for a Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse in Houston, TX is $46.55 per hour. This is 11% higher than the Texas average of $41.38.

Last updated on May 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse salaries in Houston, TX compared to State and National Averages

$46.55/hour

Houston, TX

2% lower than the US average.

$41.38/hour

Texas

15% lower than the US average.

$47.49/hour

United States

How Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse Salaries in Houston Compare to Other Cities

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Grand Prairie, Texas

$37/hour

This is 26% lower than the Houston average of $46.55.

Dallas, Texas

$37/hour

This is 26% lower than the Houston average of $46.55.

Irving, Texas

$37/hour

This is 26% lower than the Houston average of $46.55.

What cities in Texas pay the most for Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Houston, Texas$47$54
Shenandoah, Texas$39$50
Pearland, Texas$39$50

Last updated on May 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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