Travel nursing money, decoded.

Data-backed writing on stipends, GSA rates, and getting submitted first — every number sourced, every method disclosed.

August 23, 2026 · 7 min read

Where Travel Nurses Actually Keep the Most in 2026: All 50 States Ranked

We compared official GSA lodging allowances against real median asking rents in 262 travel destinations. The 13-week housing surplus swings by thousands — here's every state, ranked.