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Side by side · May 2025Src BLS-OEWS, BLS-EP
| Measure | Nurse Anesthetists | Anesthesiologists |
|---|---|---|
| Median / yr | $236,590 | $391,490 |
| Median / hr | $113.75 | $188.22 |
| Bottom 10% earn under | $155,250 | $101,460 |
| Top 10% earn over | $339,500 | $557,130 |
| Rank by median | 20 | 5 |
| Jobs | 51,840 | 38,760 |
| Typical entry education | Master's | Doctoral/prof. |
| Projected growth 2025–35 | +9.7% | +3.6% |
The median for anesthesiologists is $154,900 higher than for nurse anesthetists.
Wages are employer-reported straight-time pay for employees in May 2025; they exclude the self-employed, overtime and non-production bonuses. Methodology.