Tax estimate for freelance Travel Nurses in Connecticut: SE tax (15.3%) + federal + Connecticut state income tax (5%), with travel nurse-specific deductions.
📌 Connecticut has progressive taxes 3-6.99%. Most freelancers at $100-150k fall in the 5.5% bracket.
📊 Your Connecticut Tax Estimate as a Travel Nurse
SE Tax (15.3%)
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Federal Income Tax
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Connecticut State Tax (5%)
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Total Tax Bill
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Effective Rate
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Quarterly Payment
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Top Travel Nurse Tax Deductions in Connecticut
✓ Travel and lodging at assignment locations
✓ Uniforms, scrubs, and medical gear
✓ Continuing education and certifications
✓ Professional liability (malpractice) insurance
✓ State licensing fees
💡 Travel Nurse tip: Travel nurses on 1099 can deduct housing and meals at assignment locations — but only if they maintain a tax home elsewhere.