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***CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System · Sarasota, FL
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CRNA jobs in Sarasota, FL
The median CRNA pay in the Sarasota area is $100.29 per hour ($208,600 a year), with the typical range running from $82.75 to $115+. That ranks 50th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 61st of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sarasota. The free report below lists employers near Sarasota and what they pay.
- $100.29median pay per hour, North Port
- $83–$115+typical range per hour
- 180CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Sarasota. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
CRNA pay in Sarasota, FL
The metro median is 5% above the Florida statewide median of $95.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 180 nurse anesthetists employed in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.60).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $79.09 | $164,510 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $82.75 | $172,120 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $100.29 | $208,600 | 7% 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 Sarasota ranks
- 50th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 61st of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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.
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- Overall prices in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota run 2% above the U.S. average (index 102.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% above the U.S. average (index 128.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $100.29 median hour buys what $97.92 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Sarasota paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$3,610
- Per year: $180,522
- Per month: $15,044
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sarasota
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,680 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,840 |
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 Sarasota
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sarasota, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Memorial Hospital Sarasota, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital Sarasota, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Sarasota County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Sarasota County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton, FL | 11 mi | $100.29/hr | 58,184 |
| North Port, FL | 29 mi | $100.29/hr | 92,875 |
| St. Petersburg, FL | 30 mi | $95.03/hr | 267,102 |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 37 mi | $95.03/hr | 53,503 |
| Largo, FL | 42 mi | $95.03/hr | 82,337 |
| Tampa, FL | 44 mi | $95.03/hr | 414,547 |
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 Sarasota
Sarasota city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Sarasota, FL?
CRNAs in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area have a median pay of $100.29 per hour, about $208,600 a year. The middle half earn between $82.75 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sarasota a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota ranks 61st of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 50th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Sarasota?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sarasota, led by Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Sarasota 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 Sarasota in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Sarasota 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 Sarasota?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sarasota is $154 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,680 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Sarasota?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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Low$90Median$139.42High$191
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