Travel Nurse Pay in Florida
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Florida. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Data reviewed July 3, 2026 · 50 states, 221 cities, FY2026 GSA rates
Pay figures on this page are our own editorial estimates, reviewed July 31, 2026 — not survey or government wage data. How we produce these numbers.
Calculate Your Pay in Florida
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in Florida, including cost of living analysis to see your true discretionary income.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
Federal tax applies to wages after the $16,100 standard deduction; FICA applies to all wages. Tax-free stipends are excluded from both.
Same-state assignment, and FL levies no wage income tax, so no state income tax return is due on these wages.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$116.33
Based on 36 hours in FL.
Gross Weekly Pay
$4,188
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,836
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$375
True Net Weekly Pay
$3,813
Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$49,575
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$99,149
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$198,299
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$3,813
per week
Taxes
$375
per week
Total Gross: $4,188 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$1,708
≈ $7,396/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Florida
$1,300
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$6,096
Your stipend covers rent with $6,096 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Florida
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Florida's cost of living is higher than the national average by 0.7 points.
Housing Cost: Moderate
Utilities: Moderate
Rent figures are our own editorial estimates, not survey or listings data. Actual rent varies by neighborhood and housing type.
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Average Travel Nurse Pay in Florida
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in Florida. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$51/hr
Weekly Gross
$2,040
Annual
$106,080
GSA Per Diem Rates for Florida
Lodging
$244/night
Meals
$92/day
Incidentals
$/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Florida.
Tax Information for Florida
Cost of Living in Florida
Cost of Living Index
100.7
Above national average
Housing
Moderate
Utilities
Moderate
Travel Nurse Pay Data — FL
Data Source: This data is aggregated from anonymous submissions by travel nurses. Data is updated regularly as more submissions are received. Sample sizes are shown for each category.
Note: These are averages and should be used as general guidance. Actual pay varies by facility, experience, and contract terms.
Average Hourly Rate
$53/hr
↑ $2 from previous period
Average Weekly Pay
$2,120
Based on 36-hour contracts
Total Submissions
230+
Anonymous data points
Average Pay by Specialty
$55/hr
n=45 submissions
$54/hr
n=42 submissions
$56/hr
n=38 submissions
$48/hr
n=52 submissions
$52/hr
n=28 submissions
$53/hr
n=25 submissions
FL vs. Top States
$58/hr
n=78 submissions
$59/hr
n=65 submissions
$51/hr
n=82 submissions
$50/hr
n=71 submissions
$57/hr
n=48 submissions
$58/hr
n=42 submissions
More Visualizations Coming Soon
- Pay trends over time
- City-specific pay data
- Experience level comparisons
- Contract type analysis (13-week, 26-week, etc.)
- Interactive filters and comparisons
As we collect more anonymous salary data, we'll add more detailed visualizations and insights.Submit your pay data to help build this database.
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Florida
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in Florida. Click on any city to see detailed pay information, cost of living, and job opportunities. Use our state comparison tool to compare pay across different states.
Cape Coral
Avg Pay: $50/hr
1BR Rent: $1300/mo
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Hialeah
Avg Pay: $52/hr
1BR Rent: $1800/mo
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Jacksonville
Avg Pay: $48/hr
1BR Rent: $1300/mo
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Miami
Avg Pay: $53/hr
1BR Rent: $1800/mo
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Orlando
Avg Pay: $51/hr
1BR Rent: $1300/mo
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Pensacola
Avg Pay: $49/hr
1BR Rent: $1000/mo
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Port St. Lucie
Avg Pay: $50/hr
1BR Rent: $1200/mo
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St. Petersburg
Avg Pay: $51/hr
1BR Rent: $1300/mo
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Tallahassee
Avg Pay: $49/hr
1BR Rent: $1000/mo
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Tampa
Avg Pay: $51/hr
1BR Rent: $1400/mo
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Florida Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Florida:
ICU
$56/hr
~$2,016/wk
Very High DemandER
$55/hr
~$1,980/wk
Very High DemandOR
$57/hr
~$2,052/wk
High DemandLabor & Delivery
$54/hr
~$1,944/wk
High DemandMed-Surg
$51/hr
~$1,836/wk
Very High DemandPACU
$55/hr
~$1,980/wk
High DemandNICU
$55/hr
~$1,980/wk
High DemandPICU
$56/hr
~$2,016/wk
High DemandPsychiatric
$52/hr
~$1,872/wk
Moderate DemandOncology
$54/hr
~$1,944/wk
High DemandCardiac
$55/hr
~$1,980/wk
High DemandTelemetry
$53/hr
~$1,908/wk
High DemandCRNA
$120/hr
~$4,320/wk
Very High DemandCath Lab
$58/hr
~$2,088/wk
High DemandTop Hospitals in Florida
- Jackson Memorial Hospital
- Tampa General Hospital
- Orlando Health
Nursing License Requirements for Florida
Cost of Living in Florida
Average 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
Cost of Living Index
100.7
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Moderate
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in Florida. Consider that rent in Florida is higher than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Florida?
Travel nurses in Florida typically earn between $46 and $61 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $51/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $60-75 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for Florida?
The GSA per diem rates for Florida are: Lodging: $244/night, Meals: $92/day, and Incidentals: $undefined/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive. For official rates, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
Is Florida tax-friendly for travel nurses?
Florida has no state income tax, making it relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in Florida?
The cost of living index in Florida is 100.7, which is above the national average. Housing costs are moderate, and utilities are moderate.
Do I need a separate license to work in Florida?
Florida is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.