Massachusetts is the highest-paying state for nurse anesthetists, according to 2024 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, published April 2. In the majority of states, CRNAs earn over $200,000 on average.
Here are the five top-paying states for CRNA in 2025. Find the full list of pay by state here.
1. Massachusetts: $292,390
2. Washington: $276,110
3. Vermont: $272,180
4. Alaska: $268,970
5. New Jersey: $268,310
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