Average Nurse Anesthetist Salary in Colorado
Nurse anesthetists in Colorado earn an average of $173,820 per year (or $83.57 per hour).
Colorado nurse anesthetists earn 14% lower than the national average salary for CRNAs, at $202,470 (or $97.34 per hour).
Nurse anesthetist salary range in Colorado
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | N/A | N/A |
| 75th Percentile | N/A | N/A |
| Median | $164,830 | $79 |
| 25th Percentile | $153,140 | $73 |
Cost-of-living adjusted nurse anesthetist salary in Colorado
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Colorado CRNAs earn about $168,921 per year. Cost-of-living in Colorado is 2% 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 Colorado?
| Nurse Midwife | $122,620 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $112,580 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $89,870 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $87,140 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $80,670 per year |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $55,360 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $40,550 per year |
At a $173,820 average annual salary, CRNAs in Colorado tend to earn more than nurse midwives ($122,620), nurse practitioners ($112,580), physical therapists ($89,870), dental hygienists ($87,140), registered nurses ($80,670), licensed practical nurses ($55,360), and pharmacy technicians ($40,550).
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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