Texas Healthcare Salary Guide 2026
Complete 2026 healthcare compensation data for Texas employers.
Texas Healthcare Market Overview
Key Statistics
- RN Employment: 228K
- RN Median Salary: $85,120
- NP Full Practice Authority: No
- Nurse Licensure Compact: Member
- Healthcare Job Growth: 12%
Registered Nurse Salaries in Texas
| Metric | Value | |--------|-------| | Median Salary | $85,120 | | vs. National Median | -1% | | Total Employment | 228K |
Nurse Practitioner Considerations
Texas requires physician oversight for nurse practitioners. Employers must factor supervisory costs into NP employment.
Nurse Licensure Compact Status
Texas is a Nurse Licensure Compact member, allowing nurses from other compact states to practice with their multistate license. This streamlines recruitment from 42 other compact states.
Market Competitiveness
With 12% healthcare job growth, Texas is a highly competitive market requiring premium compensation packages.
Key Takeaways
- RN median salary: $85,120
- 12% job growth projected
- Compact state for nurse recruitment
- NP autonomy: Supervision required
Published: January 2026 | HealthTal Texas Research
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