Travel Nurse Pay in New Hampshire
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for New Hampshire. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in New Hampshire
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in New Hampshire, 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 5% state tax plus 24% federal tax.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$83.78
Based on 36 hours in NH.
Gross Weekly Pay
$3,016
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,728
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$501
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,515
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$32,693
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$65,387
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$130,774
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,515
per week
Taxes
$501
per week
Total Gross: $3,016 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$840
≈ $3,637/month
Est. 1BR Rent in New Hampshire
$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 New Hampshire
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. New Hampshire's cost of living is higher than the national average by 14.4 points.
Housing Cost: High
Utilities: High
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 New Hampshire
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in New Hampshire. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$48/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,920
Annual
$99,840
GSA Per Diem Rates for New Hampshire
Lodging
$120/night
Meals
$64/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in New Hampshire.
Tax Information for New Hampshire
Cost of Living in New Hampshire
Cost of Living Index
114.4
Above national average
Housing
High
Utilities
High
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in New Hampshire
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in New Hampshire. 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.
Manchester
Avg Pay: $50/hr
Est. Rent: $1,300/mo
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Nashua
Avg Pay: $49/hr
Est. Rent: $1,300/mo
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Concord
Avg Pay: $48/hr
Est. Rent: $1,300/mo
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New Hampshire Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for New Hampshire:
ICU
~$53/hr in NH
Very High DemandER
~$52/hr in NH
Very High DemandOR
~$54/hr in NH
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$50/hr in NH
High DemandMed-Surg
~$48/hr in NH
Very High DemandPACU
~$51/hr in NH
High DemandTop Hospitals in New Hampshire
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
- Elliot Hospital
- Catholic Medical Center
Nursing License Requirements for New Hampshire
Cost of Living in New Hampshire
Average 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
Cost of Living Index
114.4
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
High
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in New Hampshire. Consider that rent in New Hampshire is higher than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in New Hampshire?
Travel nurses in New Hampshire typically earn between $43 and $58 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $48/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $53-68 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for New Hampshire?
The GSA per diem rates for New Hampshire are: Lodging: $120/night, Meals: $64/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 New Hampshire tax-friendly for travel nurses?
New Hampshire has a state income tax rate of 5%, 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 New Hampshire?
The cost of living index in New Hampshire is 114.4, which is above the national average. Housing costs are high, and utilities are high.
Do I need a separate license to work in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire 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.