Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Pharr, TX
The median utilization review nurse pay in the Pharr area is $37.13 per hour ($77,240 a year), with the typical range running from $30.18 to $39.35. That ranks 315th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 150th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in the Pharr metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Pharr.
- $37.13median pay per hour, McAllen
- $30–$39typical range per hour
- 5,660utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Pharr, TX
The metro median is 14% below the Texas statewide median of $43.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 5,660 registered nurses employed in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, 19.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.17 | $58,590 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.18 | $62,770 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.13 | $77,240 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.35 | $81,850 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.23 | $96,160 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Pharr ranks
- 315th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 150th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 22nd 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 Pharr
- Overall prices in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.13 median hour buys what $43.23 buys at the national price level, 4% 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: $66,834
- Per month: $5,570
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission area
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Regional Medical Center Mission, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital Mcallen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| South Texas Health System Edinburg, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance Edinburg, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Cornerstone Regional Hospital Edinburg, TX | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen, TX | 5 mi | $37.13/hr | 148,782 |
| Mission, TX | 9 mi | $37.13/hr | 88,574 |
| Harlingen, TX | 31 mi | $36.45/hr | 72,234 |
| Brownsville, TX | 48 mi | $36.45/hr | 191,967 |
| Laredo, TX | 125 mi | $37.78/hr | 261,260 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 127 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 Pharr, TX?
Utilization Review Nurses in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area have a median pay of $37.13 per hour, about $77,240 a year. The middle half earn between $30.18 and $39.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pharr a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission ranks 150th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 315th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Pharr?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission area, led by Mission Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Pharr 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 Pharr?
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