Travel Nurse Pay in Pennsylvania

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

Hourly Rate

$48/hr

Weekly Gross

$1,920

Annual

$99,840

GSA Per Diem Rates for Pennsylvania

Lodging

$120/night

Meals

$64/day

Incidentals

$5/day

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

Tax Information for Pennsylvania

State Income Tax 3.07%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses Yes

Cost of Living in Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Index

100.3

Above national average

Housing

Moderate

Utilities

Moderate

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Pennsylvania

Philadelphia

Avg Pay: $52/hr

Pittsburgh

Avg Pay: $50/hr

Allentown

Avg Pay: $49/hr

Top Hospitals in Pennsylvania

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
  • UPMC Presbyterian
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Nursing License Requirements for Pennsylvania

Nurse Licensure Compact No
License Cost $200
Processing Time 4-6 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Pennsylvania?

Travel nurses in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

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

Pennsylvania has a state income tax rate of 3.07%, 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 Pennsylvania?

The cost of living index in Pennsylvania is 100.3, which is above the national average. Housing costs are moderate, and utilities are moderate.

Do I need a separate license to work in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania is NOT part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so you will need to obtain a separate ${stateData.name} nursing license. The license costs $200 and typically takes 4-6 weeks to process.