Travel Nurse Pay in Idaho
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Idaho. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in Idaho
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in Idaho, 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.
Same state assignment. You'll pay 6% state tax plus 24% federal tax.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$76.53
Based on 36 hours in ID.
Gross Weekly Pay
$2,755
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,656
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$497
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,258
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$29,357
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$58,713
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$117,426
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,258
per week
Taxes
$497
per week
Total Gross: $2,755 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$686
≈ $2,970/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Idaho
$1,000
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$1,970
Your stipend covers rent with $1,970 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Idaho
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Idaho's cost of living is lower than the national average by 5.8 points.
Housing Cost: Moderate
Utilities: Low
Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.
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Average Travel Nurse Pay in Idaho
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in Idaho. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$46/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,840
Annual
$95,680
GSA Per Diem Rates for Idaho
Lodging
$98/night
Meals
$59/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Idaho.
Tax Information for Idaho
Cost of Living in Idaho
Cost of Living Index
94.2
Below national average
Housing
Moderate
Utilities
Low
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Idaho
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in Idaho. 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.
Boise
Avg Pay: $48/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Idaho Falls
Avg Pay: $46/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Nampa
Avg Pay: $47/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Idaho Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Idaho:
ICU
~$51/hr in ID
Very High DemandER
~$50/hr in ID
Very High DemandOR
~$52/hr in ID
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$48/hr in ID
High DemandMed-Surg
~$46/hr in ID
Very High DemandPACU
~$49/hr in ID
High DemandTop Hospitals in Idaho
- St. Luke's Regional Medical Center
- Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
- Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
Nursing License Requirements for Idaho
Cost of Living in Idaho
Average 1BR Rent
$1,000/mo
Cost of Living Index
94.2
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 Idaho. Consider that rent in Idaho is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Idaho?
Travel nurses in Idaho typically earn between $41 and $56 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $46/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $50-65 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for Idaho?
The GSA per diem rates for Idaho are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/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 Idaho tax-friendly for travel nurses?
Idaho has a state income tax rate of 6%, making it less tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in Idaho?
The cost of living index in Idaho is 94.2, which is below the national average. Housing costs are moderate, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in Idaho?
Idaho 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.