About Travel Nurse Pay Calculator
Created by experienced travel nurse professionals and certified tax experts to help you make informed decisions about your pay and career.
Our Mission
Travel Nurse Pay Calculator was created by Sarah Johnson, CPA, a certified tax professional with over 10 years of experience specializing in healthcare professional tax planning. After seeing countless travel nurses struggle with complex pay calculations and tax implications, we built this platform to provide free, accurate, and transparent tools.
We believe that every travel nurse deserves transparency and accurate information when evaluating opportunities. Our free tools provide comprehensive pay calculations, contract comparisons, and state-specific information to help you maximize your earnings and make the best decisions for your career.
Why Trust Us?
- Created by a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) specializing in travel nurse taxes
- Over 10 years of experience helping healthcare professionals optimize their tax situation
- Regularly updated with current GSA rates and IRS guidelines
- Used by thousands of travel nurses to make informed career decisions
What We Offer
Pay Calculator
Calculate your take-home pay with our comprehensive calculator. Includes taxable wages, tax-free stipends, overtime, and annual projections.
Contract Comparison
Compare multiple travel nurse contracts side-by-side to find the best value. See which contract offers the highest net pay and best benefits.
State Comparison
Compare travel nurse pay across different states. See how GSA rates, cost of living, and taxes affect your take-home pay.
State Guides
Comprehensive guides for all 50 states including average pay rates, GSA rates, tax information, cost of living, and licensing requirements.
Our Commitment
- Free & Accessible: All our tools are completely free to use, with no sign-up required.
- Accurate Information: We use current GSA rates and industry data to provide accurate calculations.
- Privacy First: All calculations are performed locally in your browser. We don't store your personal financial information.
- Regular Updates: We regularly update our data and tools to reflect current rates and regulations.
- Educational Resources: Our blog provides guides, tips, and industry insights to help you succeed.
Important Disclaimers
Financial & Tax Information: All calculations are estimates only and should not be considered as financial, tax, or legal advice. Actual tax obligations may vary based on your specific circumstances.
GSA Rates: We use General Services Administration (GSA) per diem rates as reference. These rates are subject to change and may not reflect the most current rates.
Professional Advice: Always consult with a qualified tax professional, financial advisor, or accountant for advice specific to your situation.
Data Sources
Our data comes from publicly available sources including:
- General Services Administration (GSA) per diem rates
- IRS Publication 463 - Travel, Gift, and Car Expenses
- Industry salary reports and surveys
- State tax information from official sources
- Cost of living indices from reputable sources
- National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) licensing information
Get in Touch
Have questions, suggestions, or feedback? We'd love to hear from you!
Visit our Contact Page to get in touch.