1 opening at $3,323/week in Fresno, CA — L&D. Pay by specialty, what it costs to live there, and 10 furnished places to stay.
1 opening at $3,323/week right now.
10 furnished rentals available for travel nurses.
Prices in Fresno, CA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) run 2% higher overall.
| Category | Index | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 102.2 | 2% higher |
| Housing | 95.7 | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 161.0 | 61% higher |
| Groceries and goods | 105.2 | 5% higher |
| Services | 100.3 | at the national average |
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024, where 100 is the national average.
| Unit | Monthly | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,210 | HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included |
| One bedroom | $1,220 | HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included |
| Two bedroom | $1,510 | HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included |
| Three bedroom | $2,120 | HUD Fair Market Rent 2025, utilities included |
| Typical asking rent, all sizes | $1,624 | Zillow Observed Rent Index 2025 |
The federal ceiling on tax-free lodging reimbursement in Fresno is $136 per night, plus up to $86 a day for meals (GSA, FY2027). That is a maximum, not what agencies pay. Look up the exact rate for any ZIP code.
California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so you need a California license to work here even if you hold a multistate license. Check your license with the compact checker.
Average weekly package (base + stipends): $2,771 based on 3 reports.
1 hospital in Fresno is hiring travel nurses, 1 opening in all. Each page lists the openings by specialty with advertised weekly pay, cost of living and housing nearby.