Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Texas
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$41.59/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Texas is $41.59 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $44.89.
Last updated on March 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$41.59/hour
Texas
8% lower than the US average.
$44.89/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Texas pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Texas City, Texas | $48 | $52 |
| Fort Worth, Texas | $46 | $55 |
| Corpus Christi, Texas | $40 | $42 |
| Shenandoah, Texas | $39 | $50 |
| Baytown, Texas | $39 | $50 |
| Pearland, Texas | $39 | $50 |
| Tomball, Texas | $39 | $50 |
| Katy, Texas | $39 | $50 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Texas?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Texas?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Nursing | $65 | $83 |
| MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit | $51 | $56 |
| Rehabilitation | $51 | $54 |
| Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room | $49 | $55 |
| Nursing Home | $48 | $52 |
| Manager | $47 | $53 |
| Rapid Response | $47 | $50 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | $54 | $72 |
| Missouri | $49 | $61 |
| Colorado | $47 | $52 |
| Nebraska | $32 | $42 |
| Louisiana | $32 | $41 |
| Oklahoma | $31 | $40 |
| Kansas | $30 | $39 |
| Tennessee | $30 | $43 |
| Arkansas | $29 | $38 |
| Mississippi | $29 | $39 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Texas?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Texas?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Sages | $53 | $53 |
| CoreCivic | $49 | $49 |
| Cook Children’s Health Care System | $49 | $63 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $47 | $53 |
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $45 | $45 |
| Jet Health | $43 | $45 |
| TK Health | $42 | $42 |
| Pyramid Consulting | $42 | $42 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $39 |
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $37 | $46 |
Last updated on March 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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