Travel Nurse Pay in New York
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for New York. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in New York
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in New York, 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 10.9% state tax plus 24% federal tax.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$101.56
Based on 36 hours in NY.
Gross Weekly Pay
$3,656
Taxable Weekly Income
$2,088
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$729
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,927
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$38,055
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$76,109
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$152,219
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,927
per week
Taxes
$729
per week
Total Gross: $3,656 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$1,050
≈ $4,547/month
Est. 1BR Rent in New York
$2,000
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$2,547
Your stipend covers rent with $2,547 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in New York
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. New York's cost of living is higher than the national average by 39.1 points.
💡 High cost of living area. Ensure your pay compensates for the increased expenses.
Housing Cost: Very 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 York
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in New York. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$58/hr
Weekly Gross
$2,320
Annual
$120,640
GSA Per Diem Rates for New York
Lodging
$150/night
Meals
$74/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in New York.
Tax Information for New York
Cost of Living in New York
Cost of Living Index
139.1
Above national average
Housing
Very High
Utilities
High
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in New York
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in New York. 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.
New York City
Avg Pay: $65/hr
Est. Rent: $2,000/mo
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Buffalo
Avg Pay: $56/hr
Est. Rent: $2,000/mo
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Rochester
Avg Pay: $57/hr
Est. Rent: $2,000/mo
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New York Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for New York:
ICU
~$64/hr in NY
Very High DemandER
~$63/hr in NY
Very High DemandOR
~$65/hr in NY
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$61/hr in NY
High DemandMed-Surg
~$58/hr in NY
Very High DemandPACU
~$62/hr in NY
High DemandTop Hospitals in New York
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
- Mount Sinai Hospital
- NYU Langone Health
Nursing License Requirements for New York
Cost of Living in New York
Average 1BR Rent
$2,000/mo
Cost of Living Index
139.1
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Very High
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in New York. Consider that rent in New York is higher than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in New York?
Travel nurses in New York typically earn between $53 and $68 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $58/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $64-79 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for New York?
The GSA per diem rates for New York are: Lodging: $150/night, Meals: $74/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 York tax-friendly for travel nurses?
New York has a state income tax rate of 10.9%, 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 New York?
The cost of living index in New York is 139.1, which is above the national average. Housing costs are very high, and utilities are high.
Do I need a separate license to work in New York?
New York is NOT part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so you will need to obtain a separate ${stateData.name} nursing license. The license costs $300 and typically takes 4-6 weeks to process.