Travel Nurse Pay in Missouri

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

Hourly Rate

$42/hr

Weekly Gross

$1,680

Annual

$87,360

GSA Per Diem Rates for Missouri

Lodging

$98/night

Meals

$59/day

Incidentals

$5/day

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

Tax Information for Missouri

State Income Tax 5.4%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses No

Cost of Living in Missouri

Cost of Living Index

87.9

Below national average

Housing

Low

Utilities

Low

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Missouri

Kansas City

Avg Pay: $44/hr

St. Louis

Avg Pay: $45/hr

Springfield

Avg Pay: $42/hr

Top Hospitals in Missouri

  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital
  • Saint Luke's Hospital
  • Mercy Hospital

Nursing License Requirements for Missouri

Nurse Licensure Compact Yes
License Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Missouri?

Travel nurses in Missouri typically earn between $37 and $52 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $42/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $46-61 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for Missouri?

The GSA per diem rates for Missouri are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive.

Is Missouri tax-friendly for travel nurses?

Missouri has a state income tax rate of 5.4%, 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 Missouri?

The cost of living index in Missouri is 87.9, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.

Do I need a separate license to work in Missouri?

Missouri 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.