Travel Nurse Pay in Washington

Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Washington. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.

Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown

Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$58.89

Based on 36 hours in CA.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,120

Taxable Weekly Income

$720

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$173

True Net Weekly Pay

$1,947

Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$25,314

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$50,627

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$101,254

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

Take Home
Taxes

Average Travel Nurse Pay in Washington

Hourly Rate

$56/hr

Weekly Gross

$2,240

Annual

$116,480

GSA Per Diem Rates for Washington

Lodging

$120/night

Meals

$64/day

Incidentals

$5/day

These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Washington.

Tax Information for Washington

State Income Tax None
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses Yes

Cost of Living in Washington

Cost of Living Index

118.7

Above national average

Housing

High

Utilities

Moderate

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Washington

Seattle

Avg Pay: $60/hr

Spokane

Avg Pay: $54/hr

Tacoma

Avg Pay: $56/hr

Top Hospitals in Washington

  • University of Washington Medical Center
  • Swedish Medical Center
  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

Nursing License Requirements for Washington

Nurse Licensure Compact Yes
License Cost $300
Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Washington?

Travel nurses in Washington typically earn between $51 and $66 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $56/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $61-76 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for Washington?

The GSA per diem rates for Washington are: Lodging: $120/night, Meals: $64/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive.

Is Washington tax-friendly for travel nurses?

Washington 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 Washington?

The cost of living index in Washington is 118.7, which is above the national average. Housing costs are high, and utilities are moderate.

Do I need a separate license to work in Washington?

Washington 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 $300 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.