Nurse Anesthetist Salary in New York: $327,882 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New York's 38 metropolitan areas, the average median nurse anesthetist pay sits at $327,882/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1151. Because New York sits at BEA RPP 115.9 (16% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $282,901 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: New York ($321,030), Rochester ($286,230), Syracuse ($283,807).
Nurse anesthetists in New York have salaries that significantly exceed national averages. In 2026, the average median salary in New York is projected to be $327,882, which is 31.7% higher than the national median of $248,893. The highest paying city is New York, where nurse anesthetists can expect to earn $337,724, while those in Buffalo have a considerably lower average salary of $260,864, highlighting a salary gap of $76,860. This difference can be attributed to factors such as the cost of living, demand for nursing services in urban versus rural areas, and the availability of advanced medical facilities. New York has specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that can affect earnings. The robust healthcare landscape and an increasing population contribute to a strong demand for nurse anesthetists, which is projected to grow at an annual rate of 5.20%. Key cities like Rochester, Syracuse, Utica, and Yonkers also offer competitive salaries, with averages ranging from $295,897 in Yonkers to $301,114 in Rochester. Overall, the job market remains favorable for nurse anesthetists in New York, driven by ongoing demand and evolving healthcare services.
New York Nurse Anesthetist Salary Range
Overall salary range in New York: $109,892 (lowest entry-level) to $451,576 (highest top earner)
New York vs National Average
New York nurse anesthetists earn 31.74% more than the national median (+$78,989/year difference).
New York Nurse Anesthetist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nurse Anesthetist salaries in New York range from $159,672 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $362,015 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $327,882. The New York median is $78,989 above the US national median of $248,893. The average hourly rate is $157.63/hr. Approximately 2,866 nurse anesthetists are employed across 38 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$190,465
2025 BLS Actual
$311,675
2026 Current Est.
$327,882
2019–2027 Growth
+81.1%
Salary Trajectory for Nurse Anesthetists in New York (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.20% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $190,465 | Actual |
| 2020 | $197,919 | Actual |
| 2021 | $201,502 | Actual |
| 2022 | $223,600 | Actual |
| 2023 | $227,811 | Actual |
| 2024 | $294,476 | Actual |
| 2025 | $311,675 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $327,882 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $344,932 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New York metropolitan area, the median nurse anesthetist salary grew 63.6% from $190,465 (2019) to $311,675 (2025). At a 5.20% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $344,932 by 2027 — a total increase of $154,467 (81.10%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New York metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.20% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New York
Lowest Paying Cities in New York
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Buffalo | $260,864 |
| Cortland | $265,616 |
| Plattsburgh | $266,419 |
| Oneonta | $269,195 |
| Amsterdam | $269,846 |
Best Value Cities for Nurse Anesthetists in New York
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New York cities offer the most purchasing power for nurse anesthetists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utica | $297,064 | 92.678 | $320,533 |
| Rochester | $301,114 | 97.035 | $310,315 |
| New York | $337,724 | 112.563 | $300,031 |
| Buffalo | $260,864 | 95.844 | $272,176 |
| Syracuse | $298,565 | 115.9 | $257,606 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New York
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $159,672 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $327,882 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $362,015 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New York metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 38 Cities in New York
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $337,724 |
| 2 | Rochester | $301,114 |
| 3 | Syracuse | $298,565 |
| 4 | Utica | $297,064 |
| 5 | Yonkers | $295,897 |
| 6 | Rome | $294,034 |
| 7 | Troy | $291,237 |
| 8 | New Rochelle | $289,798 |
| 9 | Mount Vernon | $286,553 |
| 10 | Watertown | $286,069 |
| 11 | Binghamton | $285,398 |
| 12 | Long Beach | $284,346 |
| 13 | Ithaca | $284,234 |
| 14 | Niagara Falls | $284,189 |
| 15 | Poughkeepsie | $284,122 |
| 16 | Spring Valley | $281,145 |
| 17 | White Plains | $280,772 |
| 18 | Jamestown | $280,428 |
| 19 | Valley Stream | $279,980 |
| 20 | Schenectady | $279,380 |
| 21 | Middletown | $278,817 |
| 22 | Albany | $278,717 |
| 23 | Hempstead | $278,511 |
| 24 | Saratoga Springs | $277,138 |
| 25 | North Tonawanda | $275,504 |
| 26 | Glens Falls | $274,358 |
| 27 | Auburn | $274,161 |
| 28 | Newburgh | $273,736 |
| 29 | Freeport | $273,377 |
| 30 | Elmira | $273,041 |
| 31 | Oswego | $270,541 |
| 32 | Kingston | $270,388 |
| 33 | Lackawanna | $269,977 |
| 34 | Amsterdam | $269,846 |
| 35 | Oneonta | $269,195 |
| 36 | Plattsburgh | $266,419 |
| 37 | Cortland | $265,616 |
| 38 | Buffalo | $260,864 |
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Written by Alexandra Johnson, MSN, CRNA
Career Analyst
Alexandra Johnson has 10 years of experience as a nurse anesthetist. She specializes in anesthesia for orthopedic surgeries. She works in a regional medical center.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.20% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 nurse anesthetist compensation across New York. State averages are employment-weighted across 38 metro areas — larger metro areas with more nurse anesthetistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.20%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for nurse anesthetists (SOC 29-1151).
Compiled and verified by Alexandra Johnson, MSN, CRNA, a licensed nurse anesthetist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov