Anesthesiologist Salary Guide
What does a Anesthesiologist in the United States earn? Below we show two clearly-labeled, separately-sourced numbers: the SleepyStaff posted-listing average (the pay actually advertised on active Anesthesiologist listings) and the BLS benchmark mean from the official wage survey. We never blend the two.
SleepyStaff posted-listing average
- SleepyStaff posted-listing average (152 active listings): $537,662 – $602,349 / year
- Annual vs hourly listings: 139 annual, 13 hourly
- Full advertised range: $270,000 – $1,200,001
- Average hourly listing rate: $367/hr
- Sign-on bonus: 38 of 152 listings (25%) advertise a sign-on bonus, averaging $89,079.
BLS benchmark
- BLS national mean (BLS OEWS May 2025): $360,570 / year
- BLS mean hourly: $173.35/hr
- BLS estimated employment: 38,760 Anesthesiologists nationally
- Note: Median top-coded by BLS at >$239,200; industry surveys place total comp $330K-$400K+
W-2 vs 1099 Anesthesiologist pay
Anesthesiologist compensation varies by employment type. W-2 roles bundle benefits, malpractice, and PTO into a lower headline number, while 1099 / locum and partnership-track positions can show higher gross pay that must cover self-employment taxes and benefits. Compare total compensation — base, sign-on, call pay, and benefits — rather than headline salary alone.
Anesthesiologist salary by state
| State | Listing avg / year | Listings | Open jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $547,750 – $665,750 | 24 | California Anesthesiologist jobs |
| Texas | $541,875 – $586,875 | 17 | Texas Anesthesiologist jobs |
| New York | $565,882 – $597,736 | 17 | New York Anesthesiologist jobs |
| Pennsylvania | $569,000 – $573,500 | 10 | Pennsylvania Anesthesiologist jobs |
| Arizona | $492,857 – $621,429 | 8 | Arizona Anesthesiologist jobs |
| Maryland | $462,500 – $525,000 | 6 | Maryland Anesthesiologist jobs |
| New Jersey | $541,667 – $566,667 | 6 | New Jersey Anesthesiologist jobs |
| Virginia | $525,000 – $580,000 | 5 | Virginia Anesthesiologist jobs |
| Wisconsin | $581,250 | 5 | Wisconsin Anesthesiologist jobs |
| Florida | $550,000 – $562,500 | 5 | Florida Anesthesiologist jobs |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Anesthesiologist make?
On SleepyStaff, active Anesthesiologist listings advertise an average of $537,662 – $602,349 per year across 152 postings. For comparison, the BLS reports a national mean of $360,570 (BLS OEWS May 2025). These are two separately-sourced figures — posted-listing market pay vs. official survey benchmark.
What is the difference between W-2 and 1099 Anesthesiologist pay?
Anesthesiologist compensation varies by employment type. W-2 roles bundle benefits, malpractice, and PTO into a lower headline number, while 1099 / locum and partnership-track positions can show higher gross pay that must cover self-employment taxes and benefits. Compare total compensation — base, sign-on, call pay, and benefits — rather than headline salary alone.
Which states pay Anesthesiologists the most?
Among the states we track, California currently shows the highest Anesthesiologist listing average ($547,750 – $665,750). Pay also depends on call burden, employment type, and setting — see the state-by-state table above.
Do Anesthesiologist jobs include a sign-on bonus?
38 of 152 listings (25%) advertise a sign-on bonus, averaging $89,079.
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Sources
Posted-listing averages are computed from active SleepyStaff job listings. Benchmark figures are from: