Travel Nurse Pay in Delaware

Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Delaware. 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 Delaware

Hourly Rate

$48/hr

Weekly Gross

$1,920

Annual

$99,840

GSA Per Diem Rates for Delaware

Lodging

$120/night

Meals

$64/day

Incidentals

$5/day

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

Tax Information for Delaware

State Income Tax 6.6%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses No

Cost of Living in Delaware

Cost of Living Index

102.3

Above national average

Housing

Moderate

Utilities

Moderate

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Delaware

Wilmington

Avg Pay: $50/hr

Dover

Avg Pay: $48/hr

Newark

Avg Pay: $49/hr

Top Hospitals in Delaware

  • ChristianaCare
  • Bayhealth
  • Nemours Children's Hospital

Nursing License Requirements for Delaware

Nurse Licensure Compact Yes
License Cost $250
Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Delaware?

Travel nurses in Delaware typically earn between $43 and $58 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $48/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $53-68 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for Delaware?

The GSA per diem rates for Delaware 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 Delaware tax-friendly for travel nurses?

Delaware has a state income tax rate of 6.6%, 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 Delaware?

The cost of living index in Delaware is 102.3, which is above the national average. Housing costs are moderate, and utilities are moderate.

Do I need a separate license to work in Delaware?

Delaware 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 $250 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.