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Travel Registered Nurse, RN, L&D
Trinity Health · Nampa, ID
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Registered Nurse jobs in Nampa, ID
Registered Nurses in the Nampa area earn a median of $45.11 per hour, about $93,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.06 and $48.45. That ranks 100th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 83rd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Nampa. The free report below lists employers near Nampa and what they pay.
- $45.11median pay per hour, Boise City
- $38–$48typical range per hour
- 6,970registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Nampa. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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RN SPAR Full Time
Trinity Health · Nampa, ID
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
RN - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Nampa, ID
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Registered Nurse pay in Nampa, ID
The metro median is 9% above the Idaho statewide median of $41.39 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 6,970 registered nurses employed in the Boise City metro area, 18.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.40 | $71,550 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.06 | $79,160 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.11 | $93,830 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.45 | $100,780 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.52 | $123,800 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Nampa ranks
- 100th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 83rd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Idaho metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Boise City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.11 median hour buys what $45.85 buys at the national price level, 2% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Nampa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,624
- Per year: $81,198
- Per month: $6,766
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boise City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Nampa
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel registered nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Registered Nurse roles in Idaho
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PermanentPosted today
Nurse (Home Based Primary Care)
Veterans Health Administration · Boise, ID
$71k–$147k/ year
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RN Circulator Ten Mile Surgery Center- Full Time
Trinity Health · Idaho
$42.62–$63.39/ hour
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RN Home Health Weekend
Enhabit Home Health · Boise, ID
$87k–$92k/ year
Hospitals in Nampa
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Nampa, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Nampa Medical Center Nampa, ID | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa Nampa, ID | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Canyon County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Canyon County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell, ID | 6 mi | $45.11/hr | 73,088 |
| Meridian, ID | 8 mi | $45.11/hr | 139,740 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 127 mi | $38.92/hr | 55,589 |
| Pocatello, ID | 212 mi | $37.60/hr | 58,231 |
| Kennewick, WA | 221 mi | $48.34/hr | 86,728 |
| Pasco, WA | 224 mi | $48.34/hr | 81,724 |
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License and tax basics in Idaho
Idaho is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Idaho license by endorsement.
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Common questions
How much do registered nurses make in Nampa, ID?
Registered Nurses in the Boise City metro area have a median pay of $45.11 per hour, about $93,830 a year. The middle half earn between $38.06 and $48.45 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nampa a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Boise City ranks 83rd of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 100th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered nurses work in Nampa?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Nampa, led by St Luke's Nampa Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Nampa as a registered nurse?
Idaho is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Idaho license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Nampa in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Canyon County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Nampa?
The federal per diem benchmark in Nampa is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place registered nurses in Nampa?
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Your RN pay reportNampa, ID · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Idaho Healthcare InstituteIdaho · 1 wage offer$50.00/ hr$50–$50
- Idaho Healthcare InstituteIdaho Falls, ID · 5 wage offers$35.88/ hr$34–$41
- St. Luke's Health System, Ltd.Mountain Home, ID · 1 wage offer$34.07/ hr$34–$34
- Idaho Falls Community HospitalIdaho Falls, ID · 4 wage offers$32.69/ hr$30–$37
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$52.59High$71
3 RN postings with published pay in Idaho, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 RN roles
- Nurse (Home Based Primary Care)Permanent$71k–$147k/ year
- RN Circulator Ten Mile Surgery Center- Full TimePermanent$42.62–$63.39/ hour
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