Travel Nurse Pay in New York

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

Hourly Rate

$58/hr

Weekly Gross

$2,320

Annual

$120,640

GSA Per Diem Rates for New York

Lodging

$150/night

Meals

$74/day

Incidentals

$5/day

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

Tax Information for New York

State Income Tax 10.9%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses No

Cost of Living in New York

Cost of Living Index

139.1

Above national average

Housing

Very High

Utilities

High

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in New York

New York City

Avg Pay: $65/hr

Buffalo

Avg Pay: $56/hr

Rochester

Avg Pay: $57/hr

Top Hospitals in New York

  • NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • NYU Langone Health

Nursing License Requirements for New York

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in New York?

Travel nurses in New York typically earn between $53 and $68 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $58/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $64-79 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for New York?

The GSA per diem rates for New York are: Lodging: $150/night, Meals: $74/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive.

Is New York tax-friendly for travel nurses?

New York has a state income tax rate of 10.9%, 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 York?

The cost of living index in New York is 139.1, which is above the national average. Housing costs are very high, and utilities are high.

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

New York 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.