Registered Nurses Salary in Texas
State-level pay data with comparison to the national median.
Texas median
$82,690
~$40/hr
National median
$97,550
Texas pays 15% less than national average
Top metros in Texas
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $101,420 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $99,830 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $97,890 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $94,370 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $93,440 |
Other states
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.