NY · Schenectady · Updated October 15, 2026

CRNA jobs in Schenectady, NY

Pay for CRNAs in the Schenectady area centers on $115+ per hour, or about $239,200+ a year. The lower quarter earns under $114.39 and the upper quarter over $115+. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Schenectady.

CRNA pay in Schenectady, NY

The metro median is in line with the New York statewide median of $115+ per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 210 nurse anesthetists employed in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$114.39$237,9307% above U.S. median
Lower quartile$114.39$237,9307% 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 Schenectady

  • Overall prices in Albany-Schenectady-Troy run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.6, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6).

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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Travel assignment per diem in Schenectady

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$141
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,547
13-week assignment$20,111

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).

Open CRNA roles in New York

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Hospitals in Schenectady

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Ellis Hospital
Schenectady, NY
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center
Schenectady, NY
Acute careNonprofitNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Primary care shortage areas in Schenectady County

HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Schenectady County (1 population-group, 1 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

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Albany, NY11 mi$115+/hr101,317
Troy, NY14 mi$115+/hr51,065
Utica, NY69 mi$115+/hr63,660
Chicopee, MA82 mi$115+/hr55,381
Springfield, MA85 mi$115+/hr154,888
Bristol, CT92 mi$109.58/hr62,195

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License and tax basics in New York

New York is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the New York board for a license by endorsement before working here.

New York taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

New York state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide

Other healthcare roles in Schenectady

Schenectady city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do CRNAs make in Schenectady, NY?

CRNAs in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $114.39 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CRNAs work in Schenectady?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady, led by Ellis Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a New York license to work in Schenectady as a CRNA?

New York is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the New York board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Schenectady in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Schenectady 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 Schenectady?

The federal per diem benchmark in Schenectady is $141 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,547 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Schenectady?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 7 postings$145.43/ hr$130–$161
  • Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$200
  • MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
  • Mass General BrighamSalem, MA · 26 postings$140.62/ hr$67–$200

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2What they are offering now

Low$130Median$145.43High$161

7 CRNA postings with published pay in New York, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 7 CRNA roles

  1. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - CRNA- NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital-SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLEPermanent
    $270k–$335k/ year
    NewYork-Presbyterian · New York · posted yesterday
  2. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - CRNA – NYP/Allen Pavilion - 24 Hour Shifts OnlyPermanent
    $270k–$335k/ year
    NewYork-Presbyterian · New York · posted 30 days ago

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