Travel Nurse Pay in Tennessee

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

Hourly Rate

$41/hr

Weekly Gross

$1,640

Annual

$85,280

GSA Per Diem Rates for Tennessee

Lodging

$98/night

Meals

$59/day

Incidentals

$5/day

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

Tax Information for Tennessee

State Income Tax None
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses Yes

Cost of Living in Tennessee

Cost of Living Index

89

Below national average

Housing

Low

Utilities

Low

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Tennessee

Nashville

Avg Pay: $44/hr

Memphis

Avg Pay: $43/hr

Knoxville

Avg Pay: $42/hr

Top Hospitals in Tennessee

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  • Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

Nursing License Requirements for Tennessee

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Tennessee?

Travel nurses in Tennessee typically earn between $36 and $51 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $41/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $45-60 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for Tennessee?

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

Tennessee has no state income tax, 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 Tennessee?

The cost of living index in Tennessee is 89, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.

Do I need a separate license to work in Tennessee?

Tennessee 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.