Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX MSA

Houston ER Wait Times

Note: ER wait times can change quickly. Sometimes an ER may not appear busy to those waiting in the lobby, but there can be a separate entrance for patients who arrive by ambulance.

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Historical Average ER Wait Time

This data comes from CMS emergency department performance data for Jan 1, 2024 to Jun 30, 2025. ERcost averages the historical benchmark across ER locations in this metro area.

2 hr 32 min

CMS median ED time, 73 of 82 ER locations

Pediatric ERs

Pediatric ERs in this metro area:Children's Emergency Center at Memorial Hermann Memorial CityChildren's Emergency Center at Memorial Hermann Sugar LandChildren's Memorial Hermann Hospital Pediatric Emergency CenterChildren's Memorial Hermann Pediatric Emergency Room at Memorial Hermann KatyTexas Children's Hospital - West TowerTexas Children's Hospital the Woodlands Pediatric Emergency CenterTexas Children's Hospital West Campus Pediatric Emergency CenterUtmb Health Clear Lake Campus Pediatric Emergency Room

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HCA Houston ER 24/7 - North ChannelProprietary

Live

Wait Time

0 min

Last Updated

Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT

Overall rating: 3 stars
Source: Hospital source
Source info: HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.
Historical Benchmark: Historical emergency department benchmark measures
ER volume: very high
Median time spent in ER i Median time patients spent in the emergency department before leaving.: 2 hr 3 min
Left before being seen i Percentage of patients who left the ER before being seen.: 1%

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HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Fall CreekProprietary

Live

Wait Time

2 min

Last Updated

Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT

Overall rating: 2 stars
Source: Hospital source
Source info: HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.
Historical Benchmark: Historical emergency department benchmark measures
ER volume: very high
Median time spent in ER i Median time patients spent in the emergency department before leaving.: 2 hr
Left before being seen i Percentage of patients who left the ER before being seen.: 1%

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HCA Houston Healthcare SoutheastProprietary

Live

Wait Time

3 min

Last Updated

Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT

Overall rating: 3 stars
Source: Hospital source
Source info: HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.
Historical Benchmark: Historical emergency department benchmark measures
ER volume: very high
Median time spent in ER i Median time patients spent in the emergency department before leaving.: 2 hr 3 min
Left before being seen i Percentage of patients who left the ER before being seen.: 1%

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HCA Houston Healthcare PearlandProprietary

Live

Wait Time

4 min

Last Updated

Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT

Overall rating: 3 stars
Source: Hospital source
Source info: HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.
Historical Benchmark: Historical emergency department benchmark measures
ER volume: medium
Median time spent in ER i Median time patients spent in the emergency department before leaving.: 2 hr 2 min
Left before being seen i Percentage of patients who left the ER before being seen.: 0%

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HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Texas CityProprietary

Live

Wait Time

5 min

Last Updated

Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT

Overall rating: 3 stars
Source: Hospital source
Source info: HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.
Historical Benchmark: Historical emergency department benchmark measures
ER volume: very high
Median time spent in ER i Median time patients spent in the emergency department before leaving.: 1 hr 56 min
Left before being seen i Percentage of patients who left the ER before being seen.: 1%

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Emergency room wait times by facility
Facility Name	Overall Rating		Last Updated	Historical Benchmark (Jan 1, 2024 to Jun 30, 2025)
Facility Name	Overall Rating		Last Updated		i Median time patients spent in the emergency department before leaving.	Left before being seen i Percentage of patients who left the ER before being seen.
HCA Houston ER 24/7 - North ChannelProprietaryView ER Costs	3 stars	0 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	2 hr 3 min	1%
HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Fall CreekProprietaryView ER Costs	2 stars	2 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	2 hr	1%
HCA Houston Healthcare SoutheastProprietaryView ER Costs	3 stars	3 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	2 hr 3 min	1%
HCA Houston Healthcare PearlandProprietaryView ER Costs	3 stars	4 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	medium	2 hr 2 min	0%
HCA Houston ER 24/7 - Texas CityProprietaryView ER Costs	3 stars	5 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	1 hr 56 min	1%
HCA Houston Healthcare WestProprietaryView ER Costs	2 stars	5 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	1 hr 52 min	1%
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear LakeProprietaryView ER Costs	3 stars	7 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	1 hr 56 min	1%
HCA Houston ER 24/7 - FairmontProprietaryView ER Costs	3 stars	8 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	2 hr 3 min	1%
HCA Houston Healthcare KingwoodProprietaryView ER Costs	2 stars	8 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	very high	2 hr	1%
HCA Houston Healthcare TomballProprietaryView ER Costs	2 stars	9 min Hospital source	Jul 7, 2026, 4:11 AM CDT HCA hospital-published average ER wait time; HCA describes these estimates as rolling averages that are updated regularly and subject to triage priority.	high	1 hr 57 min	1%

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Data Sources: Live wait-time values and recent patient reports are compiled from hospital-published sources, patient submissions, and verified updates. Historical data represents CMS-audited annual performance benchmarks and is not a live estimate of current ER volume. Hospital ownership labels and hospital overall ratings come from the CMS Hospital General Information dataset. CMS ratings are a broad summary, not a perfect measure of whether a hospital is best for a specific service.

Recent Patient Reports

Patient reports are submitted by site visitors. Wait times can change quickly and do not represent total ER visit time.

HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL

85 min wait

Patient-reported

Arrival date and time: Jun 25, 2026, 9:09 PM CDT
Seen date and time: Jun 25, 2026, 10:34 PM CDT

HCA HOUSTON ER 24/7 - ATASCOCITA FSER

30 min wait

Patient-reported

Arrival date and time: Jun 23, 2026, 10:21 AM CDT
Seen date and time: Jun 23, 2026, 10:51 AM CDT

Alternatives to the ER

Call 911 or go to the ER for chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe breathing trouble, major injury, severe allergic reaction, or any symptom that may be life-threatening.

For non-emergency symptoms, these options can help you get guidance and decide whether home care, urgent care, or a trip to the ER is the right call.

Call Your Insurer's free 24/7 Nurse Line

Many insurance plans include a free 24/7 nurse line where a registered nurse can help you weigh your symptoms and figure out the right next step.

See major insurance nurse line numbers

Use 24/7 Virtual Urgent Care

24/7 virtual urgent care lets you see a provider from home, often in minutes, without waiting room time or an ER bill. Self-pay rates start as low as $59 per visit, and many plans cover it for free.

See virtual urgent care options

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