Travel Nurse Pay in New Jersey

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

Hourly Rate

$52/hr

Weekly Gross

$2,080

Annual

$108,160

GSA Per Diem Rates for New Jersey

Lodging

$130/night

Meals

$69/day

Incidentals

$5/day

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

Tax Information for New Jersey

State Income Tax 10.75%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses No

Cost of Living in New Jersey

Cost of Living Index

120.4

Above national average

Housing

High

Utilities

High

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in New Jersey

Newark

Avg Pay: $55/hr

Jersey City

Avg Pay: $54/hr

Paterson

Avg Pay: $53/hr

Top Hospitals in New Jersey

  • Hackensack University Medical Center
  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
  • Morristown Medical Center

Nursing License Requirements for New Jersey

Nurse Licensure Compact No
License Cost $300
Processing Time 4-6 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in New Jersey?

Travel nurses in New Jersey typically earn between $47 and $62 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $52/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $58-73 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for New Jersey?

The GSA per diem rates for New Jersey are: Lodging: $130/night, Meals: $69/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive.

Is New Jersey tax-friendly for travel nurses?

New Jersey has a state income tax rate of 10.75%, 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 New Jersey?

The cost of living index in New Jersey is 120.4, which is above the national average. Housing costs are high, and utilities are high.

Do I need a separate license to work in New Jersey?

New Jersey is NOT part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so you will need to obtain a separate ${stateData.name} nursing license. The license costs $300 and typically takes 4-6 weeks to process.