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CRNA - SOM Anesthesiology
The University of Mississippi Medical Center · Jackson, MS
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CRNA jobs in Jackson, MS
Pay for CRNAs in the Jackson area centers on $82.09 per hour, or about $170,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $82.09 and the upper quarter over $112.50. That is 24% below the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Jackson. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Jackson.
- $82.09median pay per hour, Jackson
- $82–$112typical range per hour
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open CRNA roles in Jackson
2 more open roles from employers in Jackson. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
CRNA pay in Jackson, MS
The metro median is 14% below the Mississippi statewide median of $94.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $82.09 | $170,750 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $82.09 | $170,750 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $82.09 | $170,740 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $112.50 | $234,000 | 5% 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Jackson
- Overall prices in Jackson run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 64.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $82.09 median hour buys what $92.19 buys at the national price level, 14% 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 Jackson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,955
- Per year: $147,762
- Per month: $12,314
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Jackson
| 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 Jackson
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson, 1 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson) Jackson, MS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Merit Health Central Jackson, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Mississippi Med Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Methodist Rehab Ctr Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Jackson Jackson, MS | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 Hinds County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Hinds County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 147 mi | $102.62/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 157 mi | $110.66/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 159 mi | $110.66/hr | 64,650 |
| Mobile, AL | 168 mi | $86.14/hr | 201,367 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 168 mi | $85.00/hr | 114,288 |
| Southaven, MS | 183 mi | $92.63/hr | 57,493 |
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Mississippi 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 Mississippi license by endorsement.
Mississippi taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Jackson
Jackson city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Jackson, MS?
CRNAs in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $82.09 per hour, about $170,740 a year. The middle half earn between $82.09 and $112.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Jackson?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson, led by G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Jackson as a CRNA?
Mississippi 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 Mississippi license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Jackson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Hinds 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 Jackson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Jackson 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 Jackson?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Jackson and across Mississippi. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Jackson.
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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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2What they are offering now
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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