CRNA jobs in Port St. Lucie, FL
CRNAs in the Port St. Lucie area earn a median of $95.25 per hour, about $198,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $57.65 and $115+. That ranks 58th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 69th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie. The free report below lists employers near Port St. Lucie and what they pay.
- $95.25median pay per hour, Port St. Lucie
- $58–$115+typical range per hour
- 340CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Port St. Lucie, FL
The metro median is in line with the Florida statewide median of $95.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 340 nurse anesthetists employed in the Port St. Lucie metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 6.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $50.73 | $105,520 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $57.65 | $119,910 | 46% below U.S. median |
| Median | $95.25 | $198,120 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
How Port St. Lucie ranks
- 58th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 69th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 7 Florida metro areas
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 Port St. Lucie
- Overall prices in Port St. Lucie run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $95.25 median hour buys what $95.03 buys at the national price level, 11% 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.
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- Per year: $171,450
- Per month: $14,288
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Port St. Lucie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Port St. Lucie
| 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).
Hospitals in Port St. Lucie
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lucie Medical Center Port Saint Lucie, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Port St Lucie Hospital Port Saint Lucie, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in St. Lucie County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include St. Lucie County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Pierce, FL | 10 mi | $95.25/hr | 50,805 |
| Jupiter, FL | 30 mi | $98.19/hr | 62,987 |
| Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 33 mi | $98.19/hr | 63,284 |
| West Palm Beach, FL | 40 mi | $98.19/hr | 127,744 |
| Wellington, FL | 44 mi | $98.19/hr | 63,258 |
| Palm Bay, FL | 50 mi | $95.16/hr | 142,023 |
License and tax basics in Florida
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Port St. Lucie
Port St. Lucie city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Port St. Lucie, FL?
CRNAs in the Port St. Lucie metro area have a median pay of $95.25 per hour, about $198,120 a year. The middle half earn between $57.65 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Port St. Lucie a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Port St. Lucie ranks 69th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 58th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Port St. Lucie?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie, led by St Lucie Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Port St. Lucie as a CRNA?
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Port St. Lucie in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include St. Lucie 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 Port St. Lucie?
The federal per diem benchmark in Port St. Lucie 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 Port St. Lucie?
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- Shands Teaching Hospital And Clinics, Inc.Gainesville, FL · 1 wage offer$72.43/ hr$72–$72
- 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
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