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Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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CRNA jobs in Atlanta, GA
The median CRNA pay in the Atlanta area is $104.67 per hour ($217,720 a year), with the typical range running from $94.35 to $110.56. That ranks 37th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 46th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta. The free report below lists employers near Atlanta and what they pay.
- $104.67median pay per hour, Atlanta
- $94–$111typical range per hour
- 510CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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2 more open roles from employers in Atlanta. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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CRNA pay in Atlanta, GA
The metro median is 2% below the Georgia statewide median of $106.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 510 nurse anesthetists employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.54).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $89.44 | $186,040 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $94.35 | $196,250 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $104.67 | $217,720 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $110.56 | $229,960 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
How Atlanta ranks
- 37th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 46th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Georgia 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 Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $104.67 median hour buys what $104.61 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Atlanta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$3,768
- Per year: $188,406
- Per month: $15,700
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Atlanta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $186 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,904 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,752 |
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 Atlanta
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Hospital, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Midtown Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Grady Memorial Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Athur M Blank Hospital Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta At Scottish Rite Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Peachford Behavioral Health System Of Atlanta Atlanta, GA | 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 Fulton County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Fulton County (6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven, GA | 8 mi | $104.67/hr | 59,370 |
| Smyrna, GA | 9 mi | $104.67/hr | 57,177 |
| Athens, GA | 62 mi | $106.34/hr | 128,691 |
License and tax basics in Georgia
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Atlanta
Atlanta city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Atlanta, GA?
CRNAs in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $104.67 per hour, about $217,720 a year. The middle half earn between $94.35 and $110.56 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Atlanta a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 46th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 37th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Atlanta?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta, led by Emory University Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Atlanta as a CRNA?
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Atlanta in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Fulton 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 Atlanta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Atlanta is $186 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,904 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Atlanta?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Atlanta and across Georgia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Atlanta.
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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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Low$90Median$139.42High$191
106 CRNA postings with published pay in the US, 69 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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