Nurse Anesthetists

Nursing Professionals • Healthcare & Medical Careers

Administer anesthesia, monitor patient's vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

Typical Salary (Median)
$223,210
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$231,700
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
50,350
Education Required
Master's degree
BLS Code: 291151

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Nurse Anesthetists earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for Nurse Anesthetists (2024)

10th Percentile
$137,230
25th Percentile
$187,110

Top Industries

Industries with the most Nurse Anesthetists positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
50,350
$231,700 avg
2
Sector 62 - Health Care and Social Assistance
48,320
$233,140 avg
3
Cross-industry, Private Ownership Only
46,280
$231,900 avg
4
Ambulatory Health Care Services
32,090
$229,890 avg
5
Offices of Physicians
25,930
$237,230 avg

Work Environment

Hospital

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

Nurse Anesthetists professionals work in healthcare & medical careers, specifically in nursing professionals. This role typically requires master's degree and offers a median salary of $223,210.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for Nurse Anesthetists is rated as High. Currently, there are approximately 50,350 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

CRNA nurse anesthetist anesthesia nurse

Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.