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CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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CRNA jobs in Birmingham, AL
CRNAs in the Birmingham area earn a median of $74.61 per hour, about $155,180 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $47.06 and $101.58. That ranks 79th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 76th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Birmingham.
- $74.61median pay per hour, Birmingham
- $47–$102typical range per hour
- 650CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open CRNA roles in Birmingham
9 more open roles from employers in Birmingham. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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CRNA-Cert Reg Nurse Anesthetist-HLND - Highlands Anesthesia Services - Day (434)
UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Multispecialty - UAB Hospital - Part Time AM (933)
UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Multispecialty - UAB Hospital - Part Time AM (934)
UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Legacy of Hope
UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - UAB St. Vincent's East
UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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CRNA pay in Birmingham, AL
The metro median is 13% below the Alabama statewide median of $86.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 650 nurse anesthetists employed in the Birmingham metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 3.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.06 | $97,880 | 56% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $47.06 | $97,880 | 56% below U.S. median |
| Median | $74.61 | $155,180 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $101.58 | $211,290 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $109.52 | $227,800 | 2% above U.S. median |
How Birmingham ranks
- 79th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 76th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Alabama metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Anesthetists (SOC 29-1151), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Birmingham run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $74.61 median hour buys what $81.41 buys at the national price level, 24% below the national median.
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.
Estimate your Birmingham paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,686
- Per year: $134,298
- Per month: $11,192
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Birmingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Birmingham
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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. 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).
Hospitals in Birmingham
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham, 1 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Va Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grandview Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Princeton Baptist Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Vincent's East Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Alabama Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Hospital Of Alabama Birmingham, AL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services Birmingham, AL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Jefferson County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Jefferson County (1 population-group, 4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover, AL | 11 mi | $74.61/hr | 93,013 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 47 mi | $85.00/hr | 114,288 |
| Decatur, AL | 73 mi | $86.14/hr | 57,974 |
| Huntsville, AL | 81 mi | $97.60/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 82 mi | $97.60/hr | 64,029 |
| Montgomery, AL | 87 mi | $86.14/hr | 195,818 |
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 Birmingham
Birmingham city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Birmingham, AL?
CRNAs in the Birmingham metro area have a median pay of $74.61 per hour, about $155,180 a year. The middle half earn between $47.06 and $101.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Birmingham a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Birmingham ranks 76th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 79th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Birmingham?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham, led by Birmingham Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Birmingham 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 Birmingham in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Jefferson 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 Birmingham?
The federal per diem benchmark in Birmingham is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Birmingham?
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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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