Virginia Median
$252,110
per year
Hourly Rate
$121.21
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $236,590
State Rank
#20 of 44
700 employed here
How much does a Nurse Anesthetist make in Virginia?
Nurse Anesthetists in Virginia take home a median of $252,110 annually — roughly $121.21 an hour — which runs 7% above the national median of $236,590.
Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $174,210 while the top 10% make $387,020 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $207,230 and $294,350 a year.
Nurse Anesthetist salary range in Virginia
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $174,210 | $83.75 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $207,230 | $99.63 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $252,110 | $121.21 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $294,350 | $141.51 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $387,020 | $186.07 |
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How Virginia compares
Virginia ranks 20th out of 44 states and territories for Nurse Anesthetist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Nurse Anesthetist salary in other states
Alaska $341,210New York $321,030Massachusetts $295,550California $292,410New Jersey $291,350Illinois $286,830Vermont $283,060West Virginia $278,530Montana $277,380New Hampshire $275,980Washington $274,390Wisconsin $273,170Iowa $273,070Oregon $272,330Minnesota $266,190South Carolina $265,480South Dakota $263,930Idaho $263,130Wyoming $255,250Arizona $248,660Maine $247,470Michigan $247,010Nebraska $246,730Texas $244,990North Dakota $244,240Missouri $242,630Connecticut $236,960Ohio $231,810Georgia $224,630North Carolina $224,610Arkansas $224,280Maryland $223,140Kentucky $222,520Louisiana $222,130Pennsylvania $221,530Kansas $212,090Tennessee $211,450Florida $210,570Mississippi $198,410Alabama $190,300Oklahoma $156,830New Mexico $129,370Utah $126,600
Working as a Nurse Anesthetist in Virginia
Nationally, about 52,000 people work as Nurse Anesthetists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Virginia pay ($252,110) 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 a Nurse Anesthetist make in Virginia?
The median Nurse Anesthetist salary in Virginia is $252,110 per year, or about $121.21 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $174,210 at the entry level to $387,020 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Nurse Anesthetists about 7% more than the national median of $236,590. Virginia ranks 20th out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Nurse Anesthetists?
Yes on pay — Virginia pays above the national median for this occupation, at $252,110 a year. About 700 Nurse Anesthetists are employed in Virginia. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Virginia?
The highest-paying occupations in Virginia include Anesthesiologist ($488,310), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($478,710), Cardiologist ($461,450), 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.