Emergency Room Hialeah, FL Very High Demand

ER Travel Nurse Salary in Hialeah, Florida

City-specific pay, GSA stipends, cost of living verdict, and step-by-step guide for Emergency Room travel nurses heading to Hialeah.

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Last Financially Reviewed:

Reviewed by Michael Torres, CPA, EA, Travel Nurse Tax Specialist

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Avg Hourly (ER)

$51/hr

Hialeah, FL

Total Weekly Package

$4,219

Taxable + stipends

Est. Weekly Net

$3,729

After ~24% tax

Housing Economics Verdict

Profitable: ER in Hialeah

GSA Housing (Monthly Est.)

$7,032/mo

$232/night × 30 days

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,800/mo

COL index: 118.5

Monthly Margin

+5,232/mo

Stipend covers rent

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Florida ER Pay Ranking

Out of 50 states for ER travel nurses

Weekly Taxable Pay

$2,042

Max Weekly Stipend

$2,177

Annual Potential

$106,193

Tax estimate: No state tax + ~24% federal on taxable wages. Stipends are tax-free when GSA rate limits are observed.

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Excellent: Your housing stipend matches or exceeds the GSA maximum for Florida ($840/week). This is the maximum tax-free amount.
Effective Tax Rate24.0%
Federal: 24%
State: 0%

Same state assignment. You'll pay no state tax plus 24% federal tax.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$86.78

Based on 36 hours in FL.

Gross Weekly Pay

$3,124

Taxable Weekly Income

$1,836

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$441

True Net Weekly Pay

$2,683

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Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$34,884

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$69,767

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$139,535

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

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Take Home

$2,683

per week

Taxes

$441

per week

Total Gross: $3,124 per week

🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis

Your Weekly Housing Stipend

$840

$3,637/month

Est. 1BR Rent in Florida

$1,300

Monthly average

Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money

+$2,337

Your stipend covers rent with $2,337 left over each month.

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Cost of Living Analysis in Florida

Monthly Net Income:$11,619
Average 1BR Rent:$1,300
True Discretionary Income:$10,319

After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses

Cost of Living Index:100.7

National average = 100. Florida's cost of living is higher than the national average by 0.7 points.

Housing Cost: Moderate

Utilities: Moderate

Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.

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2026 GSA Per Diem Rates — Hialeah

These city-specific rates set the maximum tax-free stipend ceiling for ER travel nurses working in Hialeah. Stipend amounts above these limits are taxable.

Lodging

$232/night

$1,624/week

Meals & Incidentals

$79/day

$553/week

Total Weekly Max

$2,177

Tax-free stipend ceiling

Source: U.S. General Services Administration (GSA.gov) 2026 per diem rates. City-specific rates apply when the work location is more than 50 miles from your tax home.

Requirements for ER Travel Nurses in Florida

ER Certifications Required

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • PALS
  • 2+ years ER experience
  • TNCC preferred

Florida Licensing

NLC Compact State Yes — No extra license needed
License Application Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks
State Income Tax None

Hospitals Hiring ER Travel Nurses in Hialeah

  • Palmetto General Hospital
  • Hialeah Hospital
  • Memorial Regional

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do ER travel nurses make in Hialeah?

Emergency Room travel nurses in Hialeah earn approximately $51/hr in taxable wages ($2,042/week). Including GSA stipends up to $2,177/week tax-free, the total weekly package can reach $4,219. Annual potential is $106,193 working full-time.

What are the 2026 GSA rates for Hialeah?

The 2026 GSA per diem rates for Hialeah are: Lodging $232/night, Meals $74/day, and Incidentals $5/day. Maximum weekly tax-free stipend: $2,177. These rates set the ceiling for tax-free travel nurse stipends — amounts above these limits become taxable.

Is Hialeah affordable for travel nurses?

The cost of living index in Hialeah is 118.5 (above the national average of 100). Average 1-bedroom rent is $1,800/month. The GSA lodging stipend covers ~$7,032/month, leaving a surplus of $5,232/month. Your stipend should fully cover average rent.

What certifications do ER travel nurses need for Florida assignments?

Emergency Room travel nurses need: ACLS, BLS, PALS, 2+ years ER experience, TNCC preferred. For Florida specifically: Florida is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state — multistate license holders can work in Hialeah without additional licensing.

Which hospitals in Hialeah hire ER travel nurses?

Top hospitals in Hialeah that hire Emergency Room travel nurses include: Palmetto General Hospital, Hialeah Hospital, Memorial Regional. ER is in very high demand nationally — facilities in Hialeah actively seek qualified candidates and often offer premium packages.

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