Nurse Practitioner salary in Texas
Nurse practitioners in Texas earn a median $131,670 a year, 0% below the national median of $132,300. That ranks #25 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $101,262.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-1171. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $131,670 | $10,973 | $5,064 | $63.30 |
| Average pay | $131,420 | $10,952 | $5,055 | $63.18 |
| Take-home (median) | $101,262 | $8,439 | $3,895 | $48.68 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $20,335 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $10,073 |
| Texas income tax | $0 |
| Take-home | $101,262 |
Texas's prices are 3% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $104,333 buys in an average-priced state. The Texas minimum wage is $7.25; the median nurse practitioner earns 8.7 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in Texas vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $131,670 | $101,262 | $104,333 |
| Arkansas | $125,660 | $92,993 | $106,966 |
| Louisiana | $125,600 | $93,732 | $106,264 |
| New Mexico | $137,520 | $99,853 | $108,287 |
| Oklahoma | $133,390 | $96,981 | $110,403 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in Texas?
- The median salary is $131,670 a year ($63.30 an hour), and the average is $131,420, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in Texas?
- About $101,262 a year after federal taxes, or $3,895 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in Texas than the national average?
- Texas ranks #25 of 51 for median pay, 0% below the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #15.