CRNA jobs in Auburn, AL
The median CRNA pay in Alabama is $86.14 per hour ($179,160 a year), with the typical range running from $55.29 to $102.61. That is 20% below the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Auburn.
- $86.14median pay per hour, Alabama
- $55–$103typical range per hour
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Auburn, AL
Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 1,410 nurse anesthetists employed in Alabama.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.06 | $97,880 | 56% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $55.29 | $115,000 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Median | $86.14 | $179,160 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $102.61 | $213,430 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Anesthetists (SOC 29-1151), all industries. Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Auburn
- Overall prices in Auburn-Opelika run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 38% below the U.S. average (index 62.1).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $155,052
- Per month: $12,921
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Alabama. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Auburn
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel CRNA assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Primary care shortage areas in Lee County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lee County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
CRNA pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, GA | 37 mi | $106.34/hr | 201,830 |
| Montgomery, AL | 48 mi | $86.14/hr | 195,818 |
| South Fulton, GA | 88 mi | $104.67/hr | 112,003 |
| Hoover, AL | 93 mi | $74.61/hr | 93,013 |
| Dothan, AL | 95 mi | $86.45/hr | 71,650 |
| Birmingham, AL | 99 mi | $74.61/hr | 196,357 |
License and tax basics in Alabama
Alabama is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Alabama license by endorsement.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Auburn
Auburn city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Auburn, AL?
CRNAs in Alabama have a median pay of $86.14 per hour, about $179,160 a year. The middle half earn between $55.29 and $102.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Auburn as a CRNA?
Alabama is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Alabama license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Auburn in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lee County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Auburn?
The federal per diem benchmark in Auburn is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Auburn?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Auburn and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Auburn.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$200
- MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 7 postings$145.43/ hr$130–$161
- Mass General BrighamSalem, MA · 26 postings$140.62/ hr$67–$200
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