Winter Travel Nurse Housing in Cold States

Top Winter Assignment States

• Montana, Wyoming, Dakotas: Beautiful but brutally cold (-20°F to 20°F)
• Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan: True winter (-10°F to 25°F)
• Colorado, Utah: Mountains = cold + snow (0°F to 35°F)
• Northeast (NY, PA, VT, NH, ME): Snowy winters (10°F to 35°F)

Winterizing Your RV

Essential Winter RV Features

• 4-Season Rating: Extra insulation, heated tanks
• Enclosed Underbelly: Protects pipes from freezing
• Heated Basement: Keeps tanks and pipes above freezing
• Dual Pane Windows: Reduces heat loss
• High-BTU Furnace: 30,000+ BTU for extreme cold
• Heavy Insulation: R-value 10+ in walls, floor, ceiling

Winter Survival Kit

• Heat tape for water hoses
• Skirting (foam board or vinyl)
• Extra propane tanks (2-3 minimum)
• Space heaters (electric backup)
• Window insulation film
• Heavy-duty extension cords (cold-rated)
• Snow shovel and ice melt
• Emergency blankets

Costs of Winter RV Living

Heating Costs

• Propane: $60-120/month in extreme cold
• Electric Heat (if available): $80-150/month
• Combination: Most efficient, $70-100/month

Winterization Services

• Professional winterization: $75-150
• Skirting installation: $200-500 (DIY) or $500-1,000 (professional)
• Heat tape installation: $50-150

Best Winter RV Spots

Look For:

• Year-round sites (not seasonal campgrounds)
• Full hookups (especially sewer for continuous use)
• 50-amp electric service (run heaters + furnace)
• Snow removal included
• Propane delivery available
• Windbreaks (trees, buildings)
• South-facing sites (maximum sun)

Winter Safety Tips

• Never let tanks freeze: Use heat tape, keep furnace on, use heated hose
• Ventilation is critical: Propane creates moisture, crack windows occasionally
• Monitor propane levels: Tanks drain faster in cold
• Keep emergency supplies: 3-day food, water, alternative heat source
• Have exit plan: Hotel backup if heating fails