Nurse Informaticist jobs in Abilene, TX
The median nurse informaticist pay in the Abilene area is $37.44 per hour ($77,860 a year), with the typical range running from $34.55 to $45.63. That ranks 304th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 240th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Abilene. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Abilene.
- $37.44median pay per hour, Abilene
- $35–$46typical range per hour
- 1,910nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Abilene, TX
The metro median is 13% below the Texas statewide median of $43.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 1,910 registered nurses employed in the Abilene metro area, 25.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.14 | $60,610 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.55 | $71,860 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.44 | $77,860 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.63 | $94,910 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.64 | $99,090 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Abilene ranks
- 304th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 240th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 20th of 24 Texas metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse informaticist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Abilene
- Overall prices in Abilene run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.44 median hour buys what $41.43 buys at the national price level, 8% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $67,392
- Per month: $5,616
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Abilene metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Abilene
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Abilene.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendrick Medical Center Abilene, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Abilene Abilene, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Nurse Informaticist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Angelo, TX | 82 mi | $36.27/hr | 100,159 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | 122 mi | $38.28/hr | 102,372 |
| Burleson, TX | 141 mi | $47.47/hr | 56,253 |
| Fort Worth, TX | 141 mi | $47.47/hr | 1,008,106 |
| Midland, TX | 142 mi | $42.53/hr | 143,687 |
| Lubbock, TX | 146 mi | $37.84/hr | 272,086 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Texas · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
- EHR build or analyst experience
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Abilene city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Abilene, TX?
Nurse Informaticists in the Abilene metro area have a median pay of $37.44 per hour, about $77,860 a year. The middle half earn between $34.55 and $45.63 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Abilene a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Abilene ranks 240th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 304th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Abilene?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Abilene, led by Hendrick Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Abilene as a nurse informaticist?
Texas is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Texas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Abilene?
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- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
- Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
- CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78
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