PermanentPosted 29 days ago
CRNA - Loan Repayment Program + New Competitive Salaries - Worcester, MA
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$173k–$311k/ year
CRNA jobs in Worcester, MA
Pay for CRNAs in Massachusetts centers on $115+ per hour, or about $239,200+ a year. The lower quarter earns under $114.17 and the upper quarter over $115+. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Worcester. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The free report below lists employers near Worcester and what they pay.
- $115+median pay per hour, Massachusetts
- $114–$115+typical range per hour
- 3open roles with published pay
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UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
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CRNA Graduates 2026 Loan Repayment Program + New Competitive Salaries - Worcester, MA
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$173k–$311k/ year
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Get my free pay reportCRNA pay in Worcester, MA
Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 610 nurse anesthetists employed in Massachusetts.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $110.00 | $228,800 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $114.17 | $237,470 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Median | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
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 Worcester
- Overall prices in Worcester run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.0).
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.
Travel assignment per diem in Worcester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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 Worcester
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus Worcester, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent Hospital Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Adcare Hospital Of Worcester Inc Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Hospital For Behavioral Medicine Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital Worcester, MA | 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 Worcester County
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Worcester County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 6 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framingham, MA | 19 mi | $115+/hr | 73,361 |
| Waltham, MA | 30 mi | $115+/hr | 65,849 |
| Newton, MA | 31 mi | $115+/hr | 90,700 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 35 mi | $115+/hr | 76,996 |
| Lowell, MA | 36 mi | $115+/hr | 120,418 |
| Cambridge, MA | 36 mi | $115+/hr | 121,186 |
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Worcester
Worcester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Worcester, MA?
CRNAs in Massachusetts have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $114.17 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring CRNAs in Worcester?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Worcester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Worcester.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Worcester as a CRNA?
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Worcester in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Worcester 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 Worcester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Worcester is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Worcester?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Worcester and across Massachusetts. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Worcester.
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Your CRNA pay reportWorcester, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 3 postings$116.30/ hr$83–$150
- Mass General BrighamSalem, MA · 26 postings$140.62/ hr$67–$200
- Boston Medical CenterBrighton, MA · 8 postings$139.42/ hr$125–$139
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$135Median$140.62High$147
37 CRNA postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 28 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 37 CRNA roles
- CRNA Part Time 20 hrs - SalemPermanent$280k–$305k/ year
- Nurse Anesthetist per diem FaulknerPer diem$146.64–$200.00/ hour
+ 35 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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