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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Bethlehem, PA
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CRNA jobs in Bethlehem, PA
Pay for CRNAs in the Bethlehem area centers on $104.22 per hour, or about $216,780 a year. The lower quarter earns under $98.46 and the upper quarter over $115+. That ranks 40th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 48th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bethlehem.
- $104.22median pay per hour, Allentown
- $98–$115+typical range per hour
- 380CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open CRNA roles in Bethlehem
1 more open role from employers in Bethlehem. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
CRNA pay in Bethlehem, PA
The metro median is in line with the Pennsylvania statewide median of $104.65 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 380 nurse anesthetists employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 3.17).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $93.10 | $193,650 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $98.46 | $204,800 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $104.22 | $216,780 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
How Bethlehem ranks
- 40th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 48th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 7 Pennsylvania 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.
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- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $104.22 median hour buys what $104.25 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Bethlehem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$3,752
- Per year: $187,596
- Per month: $15,633
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bethlehem
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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 Bethlehem
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lukes Hospital Bethlehem, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
CRNA pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 6 mi | $104.22/hr | 127,138 |
| Reading, PA | 35 mi | $101.52/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 42 mi | $115+/hr | 91,193 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $115+/hr | 1,573,916 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 49 mi | $115+/hr | 57,487 |
| Camden, NJ | 50 mi | $115+/hr | 71,749 |
License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license by endorsement.
Pennsylvania taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Bethlehem, PA?
CRNAs in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $104.22 per hour, about $216,780 a year. The middle half earn between $98.46 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bethlehem a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 48th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 40th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Bethlehem?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem, led by St Lukes Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Bethlehem as a CRNA?
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Bethlehem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bethlehem is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Bethlehem?
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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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Low$90Median$139.42High$191
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