Freelance Travel Nurse Tax Calculator — Texas 2026
Tax estimate for freelance Travel Nurses in Texas: SE tax (15.3%) + federal + Texas state income tax (0%), with travel nurse-specific deductions.
🎉 Texas has NO state income tax — a major advantage for freelancers. Only federal + SE tax.
📊 Your Texas Tax Estimate as a Travel Nurse
Top Travel Nurse Tax Deductions in Texas
- ✓ 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.
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