CRNA jobs in North Charleston, SC
The median CRNA pay in the North Charleston area is $110.99 per hour ($230,860 a year), with the typical range running from $109.27 to $115+. That ranks 17th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 38th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in the North Charleston metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near North Charleston.
- $110.99median pay per hour, Charleston
- $109–$115+typical range per hour
- 210CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in North Charleston, SC
The metro median is 2% above the South Carolina statewide median of $108.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 210 nurse anesthetists employed in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.67).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $93.28 | $194,020 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $109.27 | $227,280 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Median | $110.99 | $230,860 | 3% 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 North Charleston ranks
- 17th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
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 North Charleston
- Overall prices in Charleston-North Charleston run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 119.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $110.99 median hour buys what $109.93 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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- Per year: $199,782
- Per month: $16,648
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charleston-North Charleston metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in North Charleston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $246 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,366 |
| 13-week assignment | $30,758 |
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 the Charleston-North Charleston area
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Va Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Pleasant Hospital Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc Summerville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trident Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health Charleston, SC | 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 Charleston County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Charleston County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goose Creek, SC | 6 mi | $110.99/hr | 50,352 |
| Charleston, SC | 8 mi | $110.99/hr | 157,665 |
| Savannah, GA | 91 mi | $106.34/hr | 148,808 |
| Columbia, SC | 91 mi | $105.37/hr | 144,788 |
| Augusta, GA | 120 mi | $104.57/hr | 201,737 |
| Rock Hill, SC | 150 mi | $114.80/hr | 75,798 |
License and tax basics in South Carolina
South 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 South Carolina license by endorsement.
South Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in North Charleston
North Charleston city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in North Charleston, SC?
CRNAs in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area have a median pay of $110.99 per hour, about $230,860 a year. The middle half earn between $109.27 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is North Charleston a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Charleston-North Charleston ranks 38th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 17th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in North Charleston?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, led by Charleston Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in North Charleston as a CRNA?
South 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 South Carolina license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is North Charleston in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Charleston 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 North Charleston?
The federal per diem benchmark in North Charleston is $246 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,366 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in North Charleston?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in North Charleston and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near North Charleston.
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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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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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