New York Median
$445,660
per year
Hourly Rate
$214.26
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+14% vs US median
US median $391,490
State Rank
#10 of 25
7,230 employed here
How much does an Anesthesiologist make in New York?
An Anesthesiologist working in New York earns a median salary of $445,660 per year, or about $214.26 per hour. That is 14% above the national median of $391,490 for this occupation.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $136,760 while the top 10% make $561,000 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $152,160 and $534,810 a year.
Anesthesiologist salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $136,760 | $65.75 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $152,160 | $73.15 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $445,660 | $214.26 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $534,810 | $257.12 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $561,000 | $269.71 |
|
How New York compares
New York ranks 10th out of 25 states and territories for Anesthesiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Anesthesiologist salary in other states
Washington $499,990Minnesota $496,510Ohio $490,530Virginia $488,310Connecticut $481,820New Hampshire $481,640Florida $465,370Pennsylvania $461,390Idaho $449,990Wisconsin $443,990Kansas $437,030Vermont $434,780Maryland $418,010Louisiana $410,500Indiana $394,060New Mexico $393,970Alabama $392,350Kentucky $347,960Nebraska $334,210Tennessee $330,620South Carolina $238,970Georgia $230,000Texas $215,230District of Columbia $202,570
Working as an Anesthesiologist in New York
Nationally, about 39,000 people work as Anesthesiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($445,660) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Anesthesiologist make in New York?
The median Anesthesiologist salary in New York is $445,660 per year, or about $214.26 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $136,760 at the entry level to $561,000 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Anesthesiologists about 14% more than the national median of $391,490. New York ranks 10th out of 25 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Anesthesiologists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $445,660 a year. About 7,230 Anesthesiologists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.