Pennsylvania Median
$461,390
per year
Hourly Rate
$221.82
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+18% vs US median
US median $391,490
State Rank
#8 of 25
410 employed here
How much does an Anesthesiologist make in Pennsylvania?
Anesthesiologists in Pennsylvania take home a median of $461,390 annually — roughly $221.82 an hour — which runs 18% above the national median of $391,490.
Within Pennsylvania, entry-level pay starts around $75,070 while the top 10% make $542,880 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $450,320 and $530,450 a year.
Anesthesiologist salary range in Pennsylvania
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $75,070 | $36.09 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $450,320 | $216.50 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $461,390 | $221.82 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $530,450 | $255.02 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $542,880 | $261.00 |
|
How Pennsylvania compares
Pennsylvania ranks 8th 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 $465,370Idaho $449,990New York $445,660Wisconsin $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 Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania pay ($461,390) 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 Pennsylvania?
The median Anesthesiologist salary in Pennsylvania is $461,390 per year, or about $221.82 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,070 at the entry level to $542,880 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Pennsylvania pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania pays Anesthesiologists about 18% more than the national median of $391,490. Pennsylvania ranks 8th out of 25 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Anesthesiologists?
Yes on pay — Pennsylvania pays above the national median for this occupation, at $461,390 a year. About 410 Anesthesiologists are employed in Pennsylvania. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
The highest-paying occupations in Pennsylvania include Cardiologist ($579,120), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons ($553,740), Anesthesiologist ($461,390), 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.