Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Salary in Texas

How much does a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner make in Texas?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner in Texas is $111,755 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,340
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,208 to $118,342
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,247
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Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $118,342 $9,862 $2,276 $57
Average $111,755 $9,313 $2,149 $54
25th Percentile $105,208 $8,767 $2,023 $51
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Key Factors That Influence Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Salaries

A Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $110,664
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $111,118
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,332
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,317
  • Expert (over 8 years): $116,850
Levels Salary
Entry Level Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner$110,664
Intermediate Level Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner$111,118
Senior Level Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner$113,332
Specialist Level Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner$116,317
Expert Level Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner$116,850
$110,664 0 yr
$111,118 < 2 yrs
$113,332 2-4 yrs
$116,317 5-8 yrs
$116,850 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Waka: $101,843
  • Hillsboro: $104,901
  • Austin: $113,439

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$134,105$64.020%

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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