Cardiac Catheterization Lab St. George, UT High Demand

Cath Lab Travel Nurse Salary in St. George, Utah

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

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Last Financially Reviewed:

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

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Avg Hourly (Cath Lab)

$51/hr

St. George, UT

Total Weekly Package

$3,163

Taxable + stipends

Est. Weekly Net

$2,578

After ~28.85% tax

Housing Economics Verdict

Profitable: Cath Lab in St. George

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

#30

Utah Cath Lab Pay Ranking

Out of 50 states for Cath Lab travel nurses

Weekly Taxable Pay

$2,029

Max Weekly Stipend

$1,134

Annual Potential

$105,513

Tax estimate: 4.85% 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 Utah ($686/week). This is the maximum tax-free amount.
Effective Tax Rate28.9%
Federal: 24%
State: 4.85%

Same state assignment. You'll pay 4.85% state tax plus 24% federal tax.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$75.53

Based on 36 hours in UT.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,719

Taxable Weekly Income

$1,620

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$467

True Net Weekly Pay

$2,252

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Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$29,271

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$58,542

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$117,085

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

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Take Home

$2,252

per week

Taxes

$467

per week

Total Gross: $2,719 per week

🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis

Your Weekly Housing Stipend

$686

$2,970/month

Est. 1BR Rent in Utah

$1,200

Monthly average

Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money

+$1,770

Your stipend covers rent with $1,770 left over each month.

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Cost of Living Analysis in Utah

Monthly Net Income:$9,750
Average 1BR Rent:$1,200
True Discretionary Income:$8,550

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

Cost of Living Index:98.3

National average = 100. Utah's cost of living is lower than the national average by 1.7 points.

Housing Cost: Moderate

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 — St. George

These city-specific rates set the maximum tax-free stipend ceiling for Cath Lab travel nurses working in St. George. 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 Cath Lab Travel Nurses in Utah

Cath Lab Certifications Required

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • 2+ years cath lab experience
  • RCIS or equivalent preferred
  • Sterile field competency

Utah Licensing

NLC Compact State Yes — No extra license needed
License Application Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks
State Income Tax 4.85%

Hospitals Hiring Cath Lab Travel Nurses in St. George

  • St. George Regional Medical
  • St. George General Hospital
  • Community Health St. George

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Cath Lab travel nurses make in St. George?

Cardiac Catheterization Lab travel nurses in St. George earn approximately $51/hr in taxable wages ($2,029/week). Including GSA stipends up to $1,134/week tax-free, the total weekly package can reach $3,163. Annual potential is $105,513 working full-time.

What are the 2026 GSA rates for St. George?

The 2026 GSA per diem rates for St. George 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 St. George affordable for travel nurses?

The cost of living index in St. George 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 Cath Lab travel nurses need for Utah assignments?

Cardiac Catheterization Lab travel nurses need: BLS, ACLS, 2+ years cath lab experience, RCIS or equivalent preferred, Sterile field competency. For Utah specifically: Utah is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state — multistate license holders can work in St. George without additional licensing.

Which hospitals in St. George hire Cath Lab travel nurses?

Top hospitals in St. George that hire Cardiac Catheterization Lab travel nurses include: St. George Regional Medical, St. George General Hospital, Community Health St. George. Contact these hospitals directly or use an agency to find open Cath Lab positions in St. George.

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