Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Brownsville, TX
Utilization Review Nurses in the Brownsville area earn a median of $36.45 per hour, about $75,810 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.83 and $43.65. That ranks 339th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 190th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Brownsville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Brownsville.
- $36.45median pay per hour, Brownsville
- $31–$44typical range per hour
- 3,030utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Brownsville, TX
The metro median is 16% below the Texas statewide median of $43.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,030 registered nurses employed in the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area, 19.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.02 | $52,040 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.83 | $64,130 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.45 | $75,810 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.65 | $90,790 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.04 | $97,840 | 5% above U.S. median |
How Brownsville ranks
- 339th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 190th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 23rd of 24 Texas metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for utilization review 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 Brownsville
- Overall prices in Brownsville-Harlingen run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.45 median hour buys what $42.40 buys at the national price level, 6% 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: $65,610
- Per month: $5,468
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Brownsville
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Brownsville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville Brownsville, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Valley Regional Medical Center Brownsville, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlingen, TX | 20 mi | $36.45/hr | 72,234 |
| Pharr, TX | 48 mi | $37.13/hr | 81,142 |
| Edinburg, TX | 49 mi | $37.13/hr | 108,733 |
| McAllen, TX | 52 mi | $37.13/hr | 148,782 |
| Mission, TX | 56 mi | $37.13/hr | 88,574 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 123 mi | $38.87/hr | 317,317 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Texas · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG 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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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Brownsville, TX?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area have a median pay of $36.45 per hour, about $75,810 a year. The middle half earn between $30.83 and $43.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Brownsville a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Brownsville-Harlingen ranks 190th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 339th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Brownsville?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Brownsville, led by Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Brownsville as an utilization review 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.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Brownsville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Brownsville and across Texas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Brownsville.
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- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 1 posting$66.34/ hr$52–$81
- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 1 posting$56.65/ hr$39–$74
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 1 posting$48.05/ hr$36–$60
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