Telemetry Murfreesboro, TN High Demand

Telemetry Travel Nurse Salary in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Last Financially Reviewed:

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

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Avg Hourly (Telemetry)

$37/hr

Murfreesboro, TN

Total Weekly Package

$2,625

Taxable + stipends

Est. Weekly Net

$2,267

After ~24% tax

Housing Economics Verdict

Profitable: Telemetry in Murfreesboro

GSA Housing (Monthly Est.)

$2,970/mo

$98/night × 30 days

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,000/mo

COL index: 95

Monthly Margin

+1,970/mo

Stipend covers rent

#43

Tennessee Telemetry Pay Ranking

Out of 50 states for Telemetry travel nurses

Weekly Taxable Pay

$1,491

Max Weekly Stipend

$1,134

Annual Potential

$77,527

Tax estimate: No state tax + ~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 Tennessee ($686/week). This is the maximum tax-free amount.
Effective Tax Rate24.0%
Federal: 24%
State: 0%

Same state assignment. You'll pay no state tax plus 24% federal tax.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$71.53

Based on 36 hours in TN.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,575

Taxable Weekly Income

$1,476

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$354

True Net Weekly Pay

$2,221

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Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$28,870

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$57,740

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$115,480

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

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Take Home

$2,221

per week

Taxes

$354

per week

Total Gross: $2,575 per week

🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis

Your Weekly Housing Stipend

$686

$2,970/month

Est. 1BR Rent in Tennessee

$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 Tennessee

Monthly Net Income:$9,616
Average 1BR Rent:$1,000
True Discretionary Income:$8,616

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

Cost of Living Index:89.0

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 data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.

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2026 GSA Per Diem Rates — Murfreesboro

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

Lodging

$98/night

$686/week

Meals & Incidentals

$64/day

$448/week

Total Weekly Max

$1,134

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 Telemetry Travel Nurses in Tennessee

Telemetry Certifications Required

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • 1+ years telemetry experience

Tennessee Licensing

NLC Compact State Yes — No extra license needed
License Application Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks
State Income Tax None

Hospitals Hiring Telemetry Travel Nurses in Murfreesboro

  • Murfreesboro Regional Medical
  • Murfreesboro General Hospital
  • Community Health Murfreesboro

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Telemetry travel nurses make in Murfreesboro?

Telemetry travel nurses in Murfreesboro earn approximately $37/hr in taxable wages ($1,491/week). Including GSA stipends up to $1,134/week tax-free, the total weekly package can reach $2,625. Annual potential is $77,527 working full-time.

What are the 2026 GSA rates for Murfreesboro?

The 2026 GSA per diem rates for Murfreesboro are: Lodging $98/night, Meals $59/day, and Incidentals $5/day. Maximum weekly tax-free stipend: $1,134. These rates set the ceiling for tax-free travel nurse stipends — amounts above these limits become taxable.

Is Murfreesboro affordable for travel nurses?

The cost of living index in Murfreesboro is 95 (below the national average of 100). Average 1-bedroom rent is $1,000/month. The GSA lodging stipend covers ~$2,970/month, leaving a surplus of $1,970/month. Your stipend should fully cover average rent.

What certifications do Telemetry travel nurses need for Tennessee assignments?

Telemetry travel nurses need: BLS, ACLS, 1+ years telemetry experience. For Tennessee specifically: Tennessee is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state — multistate license holders can work in Murfreesboro without additional licensing.

Which hospitals in Murfreesboro hire Telemetry travel nurses?

Top hospitals in Murfreesboro that hire Telemetry travel nurses include: Murfreesboro Regional Medical, Murfreesboro General Hospital, Community Health Murfreesboro. Contact these hospitals directly or use an agency to find open Telemetry positions in Murfreesboro.

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