Cardiac Greensboro, NC High Demand

Cardiac Travel Nurse Salary in Greensboro, North Carolina

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

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Last Financially Reviewed:

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

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Avg Hourly (Cardiac)

$49/hr

Greensboro, NC

Total Weekly Package

$3,371

Taxable + stipends

Est. Weekly Net

$2,797

After ~29.25% tax

Housing Economics Verdict

Profitable: Cardiac in Greensboro

GSA Housing (Monthly Est.)

$4,001/mo

$132/night × 30 days

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,000/mo

COL index: 89.8

Monthly Margin

+3,001/mo

Stipend covers rent

#32

North Carolina Cardiac Pay Ranking

Out of 50 states for Cardiac travel nurses

Weekly Taxable Pay

$1,964

Max Weekly Stipend

$1,407

Annual Potential

$102,109

Tax estimate: 5.25% state + ~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 North Carolina ($686/week). This is the maximum tax-free amount.
Effective Tax Rate29.3%
Federal: 24%
State: 5.25%

Same state assignment. You'll pay 5.25% state tax plus 24% federal tax.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$74.53

Based on 36 hours in NC.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,683

Taxable Weekly Income

$1,584

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$463

True Net Weekly Pay

$2,220

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Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$28,856

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$57,712

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$115,423

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

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Take Home

$2,220

per week

Taxes

$463

per week

Total Gross: $2,683 per week

🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis

Your Weekly Housing Stipend

$686

$2,970/month

Est. 1BR Rent in North Carolina

$1,100

Monthly average

Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money

+$1,870

Your stipend covers rent with $1,870 left over each month.

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Cost of Living Analysis in North Carolina

Monthly Net Income:$9,611
Average 1BR Rent:$1,100
True Discretionary Income:$8,511

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

Cost of Living Index:96.5

National average = 100. North Carolina's cost of living is lower than the national average by 3.5 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 — Greensboro

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

Lodging

$132/night

$924/week

Meals & Incidentals

$69/day

$483/week

Total Weekly Max

$1,407

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 Cardiac Travel Nurses in North Carolina

Cardiac Certifications Required

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • 2+ years cardiac experience

North Carolina Licensing

NLC Compact State Yes — No extra license needed
License Application Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks
State Income Tax 5.25%

Hospitals Hiring Cardiac Travel Nurses in Greensboro

  • Cone Health
  • Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital
  • Alamance Regional Medical Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Cardiac travel nurses make in Greensboro?

Cardiac travel nurses in Greensboro earn approximately $49/hr in taxable wages ($1,964/week). Including GSA stipends up to $1,407/week tax-free, the total weekly package can reach $3,371. Annual potential is $102,109 working full-time.

What are the 2026 GSA rates for Greensboro?

The 2026 GSA per diem rates for Greensboro are: Lodging $132/night, Meals $64/day, and Incidentals $5/day. Maximum weekly tax-free stipend: $1,407. These rates set the ceiling for tax-free travel nurse stipends — amounts above these limits become taxable.

Is Greensboro affordable for travel nurses?

The cost of living index in Greensboro is 89.8 (below the national average of 100). Average 1-bedroom rent is $1,000/month. The GSA lodging stipend covers ~$4,001/month, leaving a surplus of $3,001/month. Your stipend should fully cover average rent.

What certifications do Cardiac travel nurses need for North Carolina assignments?

Cardiac travel nurses need: BLS, ACLS, 2+ years cardiac experience. For North Carolina specifically: North Carolina is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state — multistate license holders can work in Greensboro without additional licensing.

Which hospitals in Greensboro hire Cardiac travel nurses?

Top hospitals in Greensboro that hire Cardiac travel nurses include: Cone Health, Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Alamance Regional Medical Center. Contact these hospitals directly or use an agency to find open Cardiac positions in Greensboro.

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