Salary Report for Texas Nurse Anesthetists
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Compare Texas to U.S.
Texas Nurse Anesthetists earn an average of $197,540 which is 2% less than the national average salary of $202,470.
| Type | Texas | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $94.97 | $97.34 | -2.43% |
| Average Annual Salary | $197,540 | $202,470 | -2.43% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Texas, 50% of Nurse Anesthetists earn between $165,910 and $0 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn more than $0, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Anesthetists.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn under $135,220, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Anesthetists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 392 | Under $135,220 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 588 | $135,220 – $165,910 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 980 | $165,910 – $195,550 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 980 | $195,550 – $0 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 588 | $195,550 – $0 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 392 | Above $0 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Anesthetists in Texas nurses earn about $198,453 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $202,470.
Cost-of-living in Texas is 0% less than the national average, which means Texas residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
Nurse Anesthetists tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($30,620), LPNs ($50,220), Nursing Instructors ($72,690), Registered Nurses ($79,120), Nurse Midwives ($85,030), and Nurse Practitioners ($117,890).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $197,540 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $117,890 |
| Nurse Midwives | $85,030 |
| Registered Nurses | $79,120 |
| Nursing Instructors | $72,690 |
| LPNs | $50,220 |
| Nursing Assistants | $30,620 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Texas the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (258,720), Nursing Assistants (86,990) and LPNs (81,350).
The three professions in Texas needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (66%), Nursing Instructors (29.9%) and Nurse Anesthetists (24.6%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 220,980 | 258,720 | 17.1% | 16,210 |
| Nursing Assistants | 75,880 | 86,990 | 14.6% | 10,940 |
| LPNs | 69,680 | 81,350 | 16.7% | 6,870 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 14,820 | 24,600 | 66% | 2,010 |
| Nursing Instructors | 4,720 | 6,130 | 29.9% | 640 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 3,050 | 3,800 | 24.6% | 250 |
Salaries Ranked by Texas Cities
The average salary for Nurse Anesthetists in Texas is $197,540. The top cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the most are San Antonio-New Braunfels ($262,560), North Texas Region of Texas ($215,500) and Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land ($203,990).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the highest average annual salary are San Antonio-New Braunfels ($268,137), North Texas Region of Texas ($236,009) and Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land ($203,847).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Anesthetists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Anesthetists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $262,560 | $268,137 | $5,577 |
| North Texas Region of Texas | $215,500 | $236,009 | $20,509 |
| Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land | $203,990 | $203,847 | $-143 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $198,250 | $188,702 | $-9,548 |
| Longview | $178,390 | $190,141 | $11,751 |
| Big Thicket Region of Texas | $167,190 | $183,102 | $15,912 |
Salary FAQ for Texas Nurse Anesthetists
City and Rural Summaries
Big Thicket Region of Texas
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $167,190
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $183,102
Hourly Wage: $80.38
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.31
Big Thicket Region of Texas Salary Report
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $198,250
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $188,702
Hourly Wage: $95
Currently Employed: 1,250
Cost-of-Living Index: 105.06
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Salary Report
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $203,990
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $203,847
Hourly Wage: $98.07
Currently Employed: 1,380
Cost-of-Living Index: 100.07
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land Salary Report
Longview
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $178,390
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $190,141
Hourly Wage: $86
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.82
Longview Salary Report
San Antonio-New Braunfels
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $262,560
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $268,137
Hourly Wage: $126.23
Currently Employed: 160
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.92
San Antonio-New Braunfels Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Anesthetists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data