PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Advance Practice Nurse (Nurse Anesthetist)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Bragg, NC
$212k–$253k/ year
CRNA jobs in Charlotte, NC
CRNAs in the Charlotte area earn a median of $114.80 per hour, about $238,780 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $106.55 and $115+. That ranks 1st of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 20th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Charlotte. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Charlotte.
- $114.80median pay per hour, Charlotte
- $107–$115+typical range per hour
- 980CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Charlotte, NC
The metro median is 5% above the North Carolina statewide median of $108.87 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 980 nurse anesthetists employed in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.97 | $70,660 | 68% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $106.55 | $221,620 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $114.80 | $238,780 | 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 |
How Charlotte ranks
- 1st of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 20th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 North Carolina 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 Charlotte
- Overall prices in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $114.80 median hour buys what $115+ buys at the national price level, 10% 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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Estimated weekly gross$4,133
- Per year: $206,640
- Per month: $17,220
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Charlotte
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,477 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,201 |
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 North Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Charlotte as they open.
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
CRNA - Atrium Health Lincoln
Advocate Health · North Carolina
$99.75–$159.60/ hour
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
CRNA - Premier Surgery Center - High Point, NC
Advocate Health · High Point, NC
$99.75–$159.60/ hour
Per diemPosted 20 days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Anesthesiology (PRN)
Sentara Healthcare · Elizabeth City, NC
$364k–$406k/ year
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Anesthesiology
Sentara Healthcare · Elizabeth City, NC
$250k–$250k/ year
Hospitals in Charlotte
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charlotte, 3 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health Pineville Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health University City Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Mecklenburg County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Mecklenburg County (4 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntersville, NC | 14 mi | $114.80/hr | 67,087 |
| Concord, NC | 17 mi | $114.80/hr | 112,395 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 70 mi | $113.64/hr | 255,769 |
| High Point, NC | 72 mi | $107.25/hr | 118,601 |
| Columbia, SC | 81 mi | $105.37/hr | 144,788 |
| Greensboro, NC | 83 mi | $107.25/hr | 307,381 |
License and tax basics in North Carolina
North Carolina 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 North Carolina license by endorsement.
North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Charlotte
Charlotte city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Charlotte, NC?
CRNAs in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area have a median pay of $114.80 per hour, about $238,780 a year. The middle half earn between $106.55 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Charlotte a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia ranks 20th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 1st of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Charlotte?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charlotte, led by Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Charlotte as a CRNA?
North Carolina 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 North Carolina license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Charlotte in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Mecklenburg 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 Charlotte?
The federal per diem benchmark in Charlotte is $131 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,477 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Charlotte?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Charlotte and across North Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Charlotte.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Sentara HealthcareElizabeth City, NC · 2 postings$152.59/ hr$120–$195
- Advocate HealthHigh Point, NC · 2 postings$129.68/ hr$100–$160
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$200
- MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
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2What they are offering now
Low$100Median$129.68High$177
5 CRNA postings with published pay in North Carolina, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 CRNA roles
- Advance Practice Nurse (Nurse Anesthetist)Permanent$212k–$253k/ year
- CRNA - Atrium Health LincolnPermanent$99.75–$159.60/ hour
+ 3 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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