Anesthesia Nurse Salary in the United States

How much does an Anesthesia Nurse make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Anesthesia Nurse in the United States is $259,026 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $125.

However, an Anesthesia Nurse's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $338,233
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $240,787 to $300,486
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $224,181

Key Factors That Influence Anesthesia Nurse Salaries

An Anesthesia Nurse's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Anesthesia Nurse Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Anesthesia Nurse's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $246,078
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $248,429
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $267,664
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $269,391
  • Expert (over 8 years): $270,543
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Anesthesia Nurse less than 1 year $246,078
Early Career Level Anesthesia Nurse 1-2 years $248,429
Mid-Level Level Anesthesia Nurse 2-4 years $267,664
Senior-Level Level Anesthesia Nurse 5-8 years $269,391
Expert Level Anesthesia Nurse over 8 years $270,543

Top Paying Cities for Anesthesia Nurse

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $326,709
  • San Francisco: $323,132
  • Oakland: $316,323

Anesthesia Nurse Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Anesthesia Nurse roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Anesthesia Nurse positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Anesthesia Nurse as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Anesthesia Nurse

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $297,880 $143.0 15%

How Education impacts an Anesthesia Nurse's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Anesthesia Nurse professionals enter the field with a Master's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Anesthesia Nurse with a Master's is between $216,257 and $225,176.

Anesthesia Nurse Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Anesthesia Nurse
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.7%
High School 7.4%
Associate's Degree 2.4%
Bachelor's Degree 15.1%
Master's Degree or MBA 68.7%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 5.7%

Anesthesia Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Anesthesia Nurse's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$240,787
Average $259,026/year
$300,486
$20,066
Average $21,586/month
$25,041
$4,631
Average $4,981/week
$5,779
$116
Average $125/hour
$144
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $300,486 $25,041 $5,779 $144
Average $259,026 $21,586 $4,981 $125
25th Percentile $240,787 $20,066 $4,631 $116

Most common benefits for Anesthesia Nurse

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Anesthesia Nurse

Here are companies hiring for Anesthesia Nurse and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Anesthesia Nurse

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Anesthesia Nurse?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Anesthesia Nurse roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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