CRNA jobs in Augusta, GA
The median CRNA pay in the Augusta area is $104.57 per hour ($217,500 a year), with the typical range running from $94.17 to $107.83. That ranks 39th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 32nd of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Augusta. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Augusta.
- $104.57median pay per hour, Augusta
- $94–$108typical range per hour
- 110CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Augusta, 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 110 nurse anesthetists employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.42).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $87.79 | $182,600 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $94.17 | $195,870 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $104.57 | $217,500 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $107.83 | $224,290 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
How Augusta ranks
- 39th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 32nd of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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.
What your pay buys in Augusta
- Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $104.57 median hour buys what $113.78 buys at the national price level, 6% above 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: $188,226
- Per month: $15,685
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Augusta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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 Augusta
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Va Medical Center Augusta, GA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Augusta Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col Augusta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| East Central Regional Hospital Augusta, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Richmond County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Richmond County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | 82 mi | $105.37/hr | 144,788 |
| Athens, GA | 85 mi | $106.34/hr | 128,691 |
| Macon, GA | 101 mi | $106.82/hr | 157,056 |
| Greenville, SC | 103 mi | $107.32/hr | 74,371 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 106 mi | $106.34/hr | 86,199 |
| Savannah, GA | 106 mi | $106.34/hr | 148,808 |
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 Augusta
Augusta city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Augusta, GA?
CRNAs in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $104.57 per hour, about $217,500 a year. The middle half earn between $94.17 and $107.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Augusta a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Augusta-Richmond County ranks 32nd of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 39th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Augusta?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, led by Augusta Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta 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 Augusta in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Richmond 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 Augusta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Augusta?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Augusta and across Georgia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Augusta.
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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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