Anesthesiologist Salary in 2026
Administer anesthesia and monitor patients during surgical procedures.
Median Salary
$302,000
$25,167/mo
Entry Level
$250,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$400,000
experienced
Job Growth
+2%
10-yr outlook
Anesthesiologist Overview
Administer anesthesia and monitor patients during surgical procedures.
Education
Doctorate
Experience
11+ years
Industry
Healthcare
Total Jobs (US)
56K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Healthcare
Hourly Rate
$145.19/hr
Monthly Pay
$25,167
Anesthesiologist Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Anesthesiologist salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Anesthesiologist Salary
$349,000
$29,083/month · $13,423/biweekly · $167.79/hr
Anesthesiologist Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Anesthesiologist field.
Entry-level Anesthesiologists earn around $250,000, while the top 10% earn $425,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Anesthesiologists
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $356,000 | +$54,000 |
| New York | $347,000 | +$45,000 |
| Massachusetts | $338,000 | +$36,000 |
| Texas | $296,000 | $-6,000 |
| Florida | $296,000 | $-6,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Anesthesiologists
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $356,000 | +$54,000 |
| Los Angeles | $338,000 | +$36,000 |
| Boston | $338,000 | +$36,000 |
| Chicago | $317,000 | +$15,000 |
| Houston | $299,000 | $-3,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Anesthesiologist Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Anesthesiologist from entry level to expert.
$250,000
0-2 years
$325,000
3-7 years
$400,000
8-14 years
$450,000
15+ years
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