Nurse Anesthetists Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $270,400 +21.1% vs national
Median hourly $130.00
10th percentile $224,830
90th percentile $323,640
Employed locally 70
National median $223,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $224,830
    25th
    $237,030
    50th (median)
    $270,400
    75th
    $297,730
    90th
    $323,640

    Top-paying metros for Nurse Anesthetists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Jacksonville, FL $416,000
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $364,830
    Springfield, MA $357,740
    Fayetteville, NC $331,760
    Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area $323,490
    Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area $323,470

    Related occupations in Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,600
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,380
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,950
    Paramedics $46,280
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,160
    Pharmacists $131,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nurse Anesthetists make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Nurse Anesthetists in Western North Carolina is $130.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $155.60 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Nurse Anesthetists salaries?

    The median Nurse Anesthetists salary in Western North Carolina is 21.1% above the national median of $223,210. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nurse Anesthetists in Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Nurse Anesthetists (10th percentile) earn around $224,830 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $237,030.