Average Nurse Anesthetist Salary in California
Nurse anesthetists in California earn an average of $232,540 per year (or $111.80 per hour).
California nurse anesthetists earn 14% higher than the national average salary for CRNAs, at $202,470 (or $97.34 per hour).
Nurse anesthetist salary range in California
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| 25th Percentile | $168,450 | $80 |
Cost-of-living adjusted nurse anesthetist salary in California
Adjusted for cost-of-living, California CRNAs earn about $210,634 per year. Cost-of-living in California is 10% higher than the national average, meaning they face higher prices for food, housing, and transportation compared to other states.
How much do similar professions get paid in California?
| Nurse Midwife | $159,590 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $151,830 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $124,000 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,970 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $104,500 per year |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,140 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $49,990 per year |
At a $232,540 average annual salary, CRNAs in California tend to earn more than nurse midwives ($159,590), nurse practitioners ($151,830), registered nurses ($124,000), dental hygienists ($109,970), physical therapists ($104,500), licensed practical nurses ($65,140), and pharmacy technicians ($49,990).
More about nurse anesthetists
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) administer anesthesia (a mixture of medications that put you in a sleep-like state) before medical procedures while ensuring the comfort and safety of their patients. Given the delicate nature of their work, CRNAs must have extensive education and experience. Because of this, they are typically compensated at a higher rate than other types of nurses.
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