Stipends and rent in Columbia
$1,414/wk
Max tax-free stipend (GSA: $116/night lodging + $86/day meals)
$2,278/mo
Typical rent (Zillow Observed Rent Index)
$6,510/mo
Left after rent at typical pay here ($2,028/wk)
GSA FY2027 per diem rates set the most an agency can usually pay tax-free for housing and meals. Your agency's stipend may be lower.
Pay by specialty in Columbia
Specialties with at least 3 assignments listing pay. Tap one for its pay across Maryland.
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Typical range
Jobs
Figures use the weekly pay posted on each assignment. "Typical range" is the middle half of assignments (25th to 75th percentile). Agency pay is an estimate; confirm before you accept.