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Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Odessa, TX
The median telehealth / triage nurse pay in the Odessa area is $37.63 per hour ($78,270 a year), with the typical range running from $33.16 to $46.21. That ranks 295th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 286th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Odessa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Odessa.
- $37.63median pay per hour, Odessa
- $33–$46typical range per hour
- 1,120telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Odessa, 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 1,120 registered nurses employed in the Odessa metro area, 14.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.73 | $66,000 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $33.16 | $68,970 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.63 | $78,270 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.21 | $96,120 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.13 | $100,110 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Odessa ranks
- 295th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 286th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 19th of 24 Texas metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for telehealth / triage nurse. 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 Odessa
- Overall prices in Odessa run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.63 median hour buys what $40.08 buys at the national price level, 11% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,355
- Per year: $67,734
- Per month: $5,644
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Odessa metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Odessa
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Odessa.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Center Hospital Odessa, TX | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Odessa Regional Medical Center Odessa, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TX | 17 mi | $42.53/hr | 143,687 |
| San Angelo, TX | 115 mi | $36.27/hr | 100,159 |
| Lubbock, TX | 119 mi | $37.84/hr | 272,086 |
| Abilene, TX | 158 mi | $37.44/hr | 130,501 |
| El Paso, TX | 240 mi | $39.13/hr | 681,723 |
| Las Cruces, NM | 262 mi | $38.71/hr | 116,998 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Texas · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
Telehealth and triage nurses assess symptoms by phone or video and direct patients to the right level of care.
- Active RN license, compact license for multi-state roles
- Several years of clinical experience
- Comfort with protocols and EHR documentation
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 Odessa
Odessa city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in Odessa, TX?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Odessa metro area have a median pay of $37.63 per hour, about $78,270 a year. The middle half earn between $33.16 and $46.21 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Odessa a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Odessa ranks 286th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 295th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Odessa?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Odessa, led by Medical Center Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Odessa as a telehealth / triage nurse?
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.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 7 postings$58.76/ hr$38–$79
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 2 postings$64.91/ hr$48–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthLongmont, CO · 1 posting$48.48/ hr$37–$60
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$48.12/ hr$35–$61
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