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Nurse Practitioners Salary in Texas
Ranked #32 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nurse practitionerss in Texas earn between $96,880 and $161,980. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nurse practitioners salary in Texas is $131,420, about 4.3% below the U.S. average ($137,300). That works out to roughly $63/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TX | $146,610 | $149,000 | 100 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $139,480 | $142,030 | 310 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $138,670 | $138,100 | 480 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $134,560 | $131,980 | 5,970 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $133,810 | $137,310 | 350 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $133,130 | $137,660 | 240 |
| Tyler, TX | $132,490 | $131,310 | 300 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $131,770 | $133,090 | 1,780 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Texas?
The median nurse practitioners salary in Texas is $131,670 per year (mean $131,420), and about 80% earn between $96,880 and $161,980.
How much do nurse practitioners make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $63 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $131,420 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Texas ranks #32 of 51 states for nurse practitioners pay. Its mean salary of $131,420 is about 4.3% below the U.S. average of $137,300.
Which metro areas in Texas pay nurse practitioners the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for nurse practitioners are Midland, TX ($146,610), Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area ($139,480), Killeen-Temple, TX ($138,670), by median annual wage.