Nurse Informaticist jobs in Arlington, TX
Nurse Informaticists in the Arlington area earn a median of $47.47 per hour, about $98,740 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.06 and $51.37. That ranks 74th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 79th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Arlington. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Arlington.
- $47.47median pay per hour, Dallas
- $38–$51typical range per hour
- 72,640nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Arlington, TX
The metro median is 10% above the Texas statewide median of $43.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 72,640 registered nurses employed in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, 18.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.41 | $67,410 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.06 | $79,160 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.47 | $98,740 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.37 | $106,850 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.04 | $122,800 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Arlington ranks
- 74th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 79th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Arlington
- Overall prices in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 117.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.47 median hour buys what $46.05 buys at the national price level, 2% above 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: $85,446
- Per month: $7,120
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Arlington
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Arlington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital Arlington, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Texas Health Heart & Vascular Hospital Arlington Arlington, TX | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | No |
| Medical City Arlington Arlington, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi Arlington, TX | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Usmd Hospital At Arlington L P Arlington, TX | Acute care | Other | Not rated | Yes |
| Millwood Hospital Arlington, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of Arlington Arlington, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Prairie, TX | 6 mi | $47.47/hr | 207,331 |
| Mansfield, TX | 9 mi | $47.47/hr | 80,803 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Arlington
Arlington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Arlington, TX?
Nurse Informaticists in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area have a median pay of $47.47 per hour, about $98,740 a year. The middle half earn between $38.06 and $51.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Arlington a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington ranks 79th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 74th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Arlington?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Arlington, led by Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Arlington 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 Arlington?
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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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