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Anesthesiologist Salary

Anesthesiologists administer anesthetics and analgesics for the management of pain during and after surgical procedures.

Median: $302,970 Growth: 1% BLS Data

Anesthesiologist Salary Range

Entry Level
$280,000
0-2 years
Mid Career
$350,000
5-10 years
Senior Level
$400,000
10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $208,000
25th Percentile $208,000
Median (50th) $302,970
75th Percentile $383,000
90th Percentile $400,000

Top Paying States for Anesthesiologists

$395,000
$385,000
3 Oregon
$380,000
$375,000
$370,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate
+1%
Stable
Education
Medical degree (MD/DO) plus anesthesiology residency

How Much Do Anesthesiologists Make?

The median annual salary for a anesthesiologist in the United States is $302,970 as of 2026. This means half of anesthesiologists earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

  • Entry Level (0-2 years): $280,000
  • Mid Career (5-10 years): $350,000
  • Senior Level (10+ years): $400,000

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What Can a Anesthesiologist Afford?

Based on median salary of $302,970

Max Rent $7,500/mo
Max Car Payment $3,000/mo
Monthly Savings $3,332/mo
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