Nurse Anesthetists Salary (2025)
Based on 51,840 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $155,250 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $206,730 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $236,590 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $294,350 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $339,500 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$155K
25th
$207K
Median
$237K
75th
$294K
90th
$340K
Highest Paying States for Nurse Anesthetists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $311,110 |
| Massachusetts | $303,310 |
| New Jersey | $290,920 |
| Vermont | $289,870 |
| New York | $285,020 |
| California | $283,780 |
| Oregon | $280,010 |
| New Hampshire | $277,740 |
| South Carolina | $276,380 |
| West Virginia | $275,100 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Nurse Anesthetists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Alaska at an average of $311,110 per year, while West Virginia has an average of $275,100 — a difference of $36,010. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Nurse Anesthetists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 51,840 workers were employed as Nurse Anesthetistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $248,320 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1151