Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Tallahassee, FL Very High Demand

CRNA Travel Nurse Salary in Tallahassee, Florida

City-specific pay, GSA stipends, cost of living verdict, and step-by-step guide for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist travel nurses heading to Tallahassee.

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Last Financially Reviewed:

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

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Avg Hourly (CRNA)

$116/hr

Tallahassee, FL

Total Weekly Package

$5,851

Taxable + stipends

Est. Weekly Net

$4,739

After ~24% tax

Housing Economics Verdict

Profitable: CRNA in Tallahassee

GSA Housing (Monthly Est.)

$3,334/mo

$110/night × 30 days

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,000/mo

COL index: 92.3

Monthly Margin

+2,334/mo

Stipend covers rent

#11

Florida CRNA Pay Ranking

Out of 50 states for CRNA travel nurses

Weekly Taxable Pay

$4,633

Max Weekly Stipend

$1,218

Annual Potential

$240,902

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

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Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown

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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 — Tallahassee

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

Lodging

$110/night

$770/week

Meals & Incidentals

$64/day

$448/week

Total Weekly Max

$1,218

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 CRNA Travel Nurses in Florida

CRNA Certifications Required

  • CRNA certification (NBCRNA)
  • MSN or DNP in nurse anesthesia
  • 3+ years CRNA experience preferred
  • ACLS
  • BLS

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 CRNA Travel Nurses in Tallahassee

  • Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
  • Capital Regional Medical Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do CRNA travel nurses make in Tallahassee?

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist travel nurses in Tallahassee earn approximately $116/hr in taxable wages ($4,633/week). Including GSA stipends up to $1,218/week tax-free, the total weekly package can reach $5,851. Annual potential is $240,902 working full-time.

What are the 2026 GSA rates for Tallahassee?

The 2026 GSA per diem rates for Tallahassee are: Lodging $110/night, Meals $59/day, and Incidentals $5/day. Maximum weekly tax-free stipend: $1,218. These rates set the ceiling for tax-free travel nurse stipends — amounts above these limits become taxable.

Is Tallahassee affordable for travel nurses?

The cost of living index in Tallahassee is 92.3 (below the national average of 100). Average 1-bedroom rent is $1,000/month. The GSA lodging stipend covers ~$3,334/month, leaving a surplus of $2,334/month. Your stipend should fully cover average rent.

What certifications do CRNA travel nurses need for Florida assignments?

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist travel nurses need: CRNA certification (NBCRNA), MSN or DNP in nurse anesthesia, 3+ years CRNA experience preferred, ACLS, BLS. For Florida specifically: Florida is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state — multistate license holders can work in Tallahassee without additional licensing.

Which hospitals in Tallahassee hire CRNA travel nurses?

Top hospitals in Tallahassee that hire Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist travel nurses include: Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, Capital Regional Medical Center. CRNA is in very high demand nationally — facilities in Tallahassee actively seek qualified candidates and often offer premium packages.

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