Travel Nurse Pay in Tennessee
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Tennessee. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Data reviewed July 3, 2026 · 50 states, 221 cities, FY2026 GSA rates
Pay figures on this page are our own editorial estimates, reviewed July 31, 2026 — not survey or government wage data. How we produce these numbers.
Calculate Your Pay in Tennessee
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in Tennessee, 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.
Federal tax applies to wages after the $16,100 standard deduction; FICA applies to all wages. Tax-free stipends are excluded from both.
Same-state assignment, and TN levies no wage income tax, so no state income tax return is due on these wages.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$105.94
Based on 36 hours in TN.
Gross Weekly Pay
$3,814
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,476
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$268
True Net Weekly Pay
$3,546
Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$46,100
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$92,201
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$184,401
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$3,546
per week
Taxes
$268
per week
Total Gross: $3,814 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$1,736
≈ $7,517/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Tennessee
$1,000
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$6,517
Your stipend covers rent with $6,517 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Tennessee
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Tennessee's cost of living is lower than the national average by 11.0 points.
💡 Lower cost of living area. Your pay may go further here than in expensive cities.
Housing Cost: Low
Utilities: Low
Rent figures are our own editorial estimates, not survey or listings data. Actual rent varies by neighborhood and housing type.
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Average Travel Nurse Pay in Tennessee
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in Tennessee. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$41/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,640
Annual
$85,280
GSA Per Diem Rates for Tennessee
Lodging
$248/night
Meals
$86/day
Incidentals
$/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Tennessee.
Tax Information for Tennessee
Cost of Living in Tennessee
Cost of Living Index
89
Below national average
Housing
Low
Utilities
Low
Travel Nurse Pay Data — TN
Data Source: This data is aggregated from anonymous submissions by travel nurses. Data is updated regularly as more submissions are received. Sample sizes are shown for each category.
Note: These are averages and should be used as general guidance. Actual pay varies by facility, experience, and contract terms.
Average Hourly Rate
$53/hr
↑ $2 from previous period
Average Weekly Pay
$2,120
Based on 36-hour contracts
Total Submissions
230+
Anonymous data points
Average Pay by Specialty
$55/hr
n=45 submissions
$54/hr
n=42 submissions
$56/hr
n=38 submissions
$48/hr
n=52 submissions
$52/hr
n=28 submissions
$53/hr
n=25 submissions
TN vs. Top States
$58/hr
n=78 submissions
$59/hr
n=65 submissions
$51/hr
n=82 submissions
$50/hr
n=71 submissions
$57/hr
n=48 submissions
$58/hr
n=42 submissions
More Visualizations Coming Soon
- Pay trends over time
- City-specific pay data
- Experience level comparisons
- Contract type analysis (13-week, 26-week, etc.)
- Interactive filters and comparisons
As we collect more anonymous salary data, we'll add more detailed visualizations and insights.Submit your pay data to help build this database.
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Tennessee
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in Tennessee. 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.
Chattanooga
Avg Pay: $49/hr
1BR Rent: $950/mo
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Knoxville
Avg Pay: $50/hr
1BR Rent: $1000/mo
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Memphis
Avg Pay: $48/hr
1BR Rent: $1000/mo
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Murfreesboro
Avg Pay: $41/hr
1BR Rent: $1000/mo
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Nashville
Avg Pay: $50/hr
1BR Rent: $1400/mo
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Tennessee Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Tennessee:
ICU
$45/hr
~$1,620/wk
Very High DemandER
$44/hr
~$1,584/wk
Very High DemandOR
$46/hr
~$1,656/wk
High DemandLabor & Delivery
$43/hr
~$1,548/wk
High DemandMed-Surg
$41/hr
~$1,476/wk
Very High DemandPACU
$44/hr
~$1,584/wk
High DemandNICU
$44/hr
~$1,584/wk
High DemandPICU
$45/hr
~$1,620/wk
High DemandPsychiatric
$42/hr
~$1,512/wk
Moderate DemandOncology
$43/hr
~$1,548/wk
High DemandCardiac
$44/hr
~$1,584/wk
High DemandTelemetry
$43/hr
~$1,548/wk
High DemandCRNA
$97/hr
~$3,492/wk
Very High DemandCath Lab
$46/hr
~$1,656/wk
High DemandTop Hospitals in Tennessee
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
- University of Tennessee Medical Center
Nursing License Requirements for Tennessee
Cost of Living in Tennessee
Average 1BR Rent
$1,000/mo
Cost of Living Index
89
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Low
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in Tennessee. Consider that rent in Tennessee is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Tennessee?
Travel nurses in Tennessee typically earn between $36 and $51 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $41/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $50-65 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for Tennessee?
The GSA per diem rates for Tennessee are: Lodging: $248/night, Meals: $86/day, and Incidentals: $undefined/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 Tennessee tax-friendly for travel nurses?
Tennessee has no state income tax, 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 Tennessee?
The cost of living index in Tennessee is 89, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in Tennessee?
Tennessee 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.