Anesthesiologists Salary by State and Metro Area (2026)
Anesthesiologistss in the United States earn a median salary of $217,170/year ($104.41/hr). Salaries range from $68,170 to $0 depending on experience. Below, compare salaries across all 50 states and top metro areas.
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Anesthesiologists salary by state
| State | Median | Hourly | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | $230K | $110.51/hr | 870 |
| New York | $216K | $103.72/hr | 1,850 |
| Georgia | $207K | $99.47/hr | 600 |
| Texas | $203K | $97.81/hr | 3,740 |
| West Virginia | $168K | $80.96/hr | 160 |
Top paying metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $236K | 450 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $209K | 1,530 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $207K | - |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $203K | 1,190 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $199K | - |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $196K | 40 |