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The role of an Anesthesia Resident is crucial in the medical field, with an average annual salary of $212,361, translating to around $102 per hour. Salary ranges can vary based on several factors, including geographic location, years of experience, and the specific healthcare institution. For instance, states like California and New York often offer higher compensation compared to others.
In addition to state variations, experience level plays a significant role in determining salary. Entry-level residents may earn less, while those with several years of experience can command higher wages. The opportunity to specialize further can also impact earning potential.
Historically, the average salary for anesthesia residents has seen gradual increases, reflecting the growing demand for qualified professionals in this specialty. As healthcare continues to evolve, anesthesia residents may find additional opportunities for advancement, further enhancing their earning potential.
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The highest-paying states for anesthesia residents are Alaska, North Dakota, and Minnesota. The lowest average anesthesia resident salary states are South Carolina, Louisiana, and Arizona.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minnesota | $200,728 | $96.50 |
| 2 | North Dakota | $203,394 | $97.79 |
| 3 | Wisconsin | $196,104 | $94.28 |
| 4 | Alaska | $204,826 | $98.47 |
| 5 | Ohio | $185,531 | $89.20 |
| 6 | Wyoming | $186,658 | $89.74 |
| 7 | Indiana | $184,453 | $88.68 |
| 8 | Michigan | $179,426 | $86.26 |
| 9 | Iowa | $184,297 | $88.60 |
| 10 | Nebraska | $188,912 | $90.82 |
| 11 | West Virginia | $187,721 | $90.25 |
| 12 | Illinois | $187,833 | $90.30 |
| 13 | Tennessee | $175,621 | $84.43 |
| 14 | Pennsylvania | $175,802 | $84.52 |
| 15 | Colorado | $182,063 | $87.53 |
| 16 | South Dakota | $175,561 | $84.40 |
| 17 | Idaho | $186,114 | $89.48 |
| 18 | Missouri | $185,059 | $88.97 |
| 19 | Maine | $181,517 | $87.27 |
| 20 | New York | $182,563 | $87.77 |
| 21 | Vermont | $187,561 | $90.17 |
| 22 | Kentucky | $171,893 | $82.64 |
| 23 | Washington | $176,587 | $84.90 |
| 24 | Utah | $180,862 | $86.95 |
| 25 | North Carolina | $176,794 | $85.00 |
| 26 | Maryland | $178,583 | $85.86 |
| 27 | Massachusetts | $175,380 | $84.32 |
| 28 | Montana | $175,544 | $84.40 |
| 29 | Oregon | $172,187 | $82.78 |
| 30 | New Hampshire | $166,300 | $79.95 |
| 31 | New Mexico | $170,419 | $81.93 |
| 32 | Mississippi | $168,998 | $81.25 |
| 33 | Virginia | $173,714 | $83.52 |
| 34 | Georgia | $162,960 | $78.35 |
| 35 | Alabama | $167,832 | $80.69 |
| 36 | Oklahoma | $171,647 | $82.52 |
| 37 | District of Columbia | $168,531 | $81.02 |
| 38 | New Jersey | $173,309 | $83.32 |
| 39 | Connecticut | $171,589 | $82.49 |
| 40 | Texas | $161,641 | $77.71 |
| 41 | Arkansas | $166,140 | $79.88 |
| 42 | California | $164,201 | $78.94 |
| 43 | Delaware | $167,479 | $80.52 |
| 44 | Rhode Island | $166,408 | $80.00 |
| 45 | Kansas | $163,178 | $78.45 |
| 46 | Nevada | $157,825 | $75.88 |
| 47 | South Carolina | $160,977 | $77.39 |
| 48 | Florida | $146,974 | $70.66 |
| 49 | Arizona | $158,003 | $75.96 |
| 50 | Hawaii | $95,227 | $45.78 |
| 51 | Louisiana | $158,018 | $75.97 |
The highest-paying cities for anesthesia residents are Chicago, IL, Boston, MA, and Philadelphia, PA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago, IL | $296,162 | $142.39 |
| 2 | Boston, MA | $256,686 | $123.41 |
| 3 | Philadelphia, PA | $246,635 | $118.57 |
| 4 | Tulsa, OK | $235,787 | $113.36 |
| 5 | San Jose, CA | $217,545 | $104.59 |
| 6 | Weston, FL | $182,246 | $87.62 |
An anesthesia resident's salary ranges from $78,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $575,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $575,000 | $47,917 | $276 |
| 75th Percentile | $358,000 | $29,833 | $172 |
| Average | $212,361 | $17,697 | $102 |
| 25th Percentile | $125,000 | $10,417 | $60 |
| 10th Percentile | $78,000 | $6,500 | $38 |
The highest paying types of anesthesia residents are anesthesiologist, practicing md anesthesiologist, and anesthesiologist, pain management specialist.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anesthesiologist General And Cardiothoracic | $80,892 | $6,741 | $38.89 | 64,186 |
| Anesthesiologist And Critical Care | $181,517 | $15,126 | $87.27 | 68,091 |
| Anesthesiologist/Physician | $213,554 | $17,796 | $102.67 | 39,654 |
| Anesthetist | $64,423 | $5,369 | $30.97 | 27,823 |
| Anesthesiologist | $409,213 | $34,101 | $196.74 | 1,883 |
Top companies hiring anesthesia residents now:
Anesthesia resident salaries at Ardent Health Services and Cleveland Clinic are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average anesthesia resident salary at companies like Boston Medical Center and Stanford Health Care are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ardent Health Services | $364,777 | $175.37 |
| 2 | Cleveland Clinic | $287,533 | $138.24 |
| 3 | Boston Medical Center | $276,915 | $133.13 |
| 4 | Stanford Health Care | $235,217 | $113.09 |
| 5 | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | $203,952 | $98.05 |
| 6 | Partners Healthcare Solutions Inc | $197,449 | $94.93 |
| 7 | The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | $197,449 | $94.93 |
| 8 | Tufts University | $89,263 | $42.91 |
| 9 | Public Health Solutions | $64,977 | $31.24 |
The average anesthesia resident salary has risen by $33,119 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average anesthesia resident earned $179,242 annually, but today, they earn $212,361 a year. That works out to a 3% change in pay for anesthesia residents over the last decade.
Compare anesthesia resident salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare anesthesia resident salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $212,000 | $102.10 | +2.4% |
| 2024 | $207,000 | $99.62 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $204,000 | $97.94 | +0.4% |
| 2022 | $203,000 | $97.56 | -1.4% |
| 2021 | $206,000 | $98.88 | +4.3% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. | Resident In Anesthesia | Boston, MA | 02/10/2025 | $65,104 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. | Resident In Anesthesia | Boston, MA | 05/09/2024 | $76,680 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. | Resident In Anesthesia | Boston, MA | 05/03/2024 | $76,680 |
| Stanford Health Care | Anesthesia Resident | Stanford, CA | 04/30/2024 | $92,830 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. | Resident In Anesthesia | Boston, MA | 04/11/2024 | $76,680 |
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