PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Veterans Health Administration · Memphis, TN
$172k–$250k/ year
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CRNA jobs in Johnson City, TN
Pay for CRNAs in Tennessee centers on $97.79 per hour, or about $203,400 a year. The lower quarter earns under $88.39 and the upper quarter over $99.46. That is 9% below the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City. The free report below lists employers near Johnson City and what they pay.
- $97.79median pay per hour, Tennessee
- $88–$99typical range per hour
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Johnson City, TN
Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 2,360 nurse anesthetists employed in Tennessee.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $65.98 | $137,240 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $88.39 | $183,850 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $97.79 | $203,400 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $99.46 | $206,880 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $110.34 | $229,510 | 3% 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. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Johnson City
- Overall prices in Johnson City run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.2).
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$3,520
- Per year: $176,022
- Per month: $14,668
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Tennessee. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Johnson City
| 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).
Open CRNA roles in Tennessee
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Johnson City as they open.
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Anesthetist)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Campbell, TN
$192k–$241k/ year
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Hospitals in Johnson City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Woods Community Hospital Johnson City, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Johnson City Medical Center Johnson City, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Washington County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Washington County (1 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsport, TN | 15 mi | $98.37/hr | 57,109 |
| Asheville, NC | 54 mi | $108.87/hr | 94,992 |
| Knoxville, TN | 91 mi | $101.24/hr | 198,722 |
| Gastonia, NC | 101 mi | $114.80/hr | 85,535 |
| Mooresville, NC | 101 mi | $114.80/hr | 52,884 |
| Greenville, SC | 104 mi | $107.32/hr | 74,371 |
License and tax basics in Tennessee
Tennessee 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 Tennessee license by endorsement.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Johnson City
Johnson City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Johnson City, TN?
CRNAs in Tennessee have a median pay of $97.79 per hour, about $203,400 a year. The middle half earn between $88.39 and $99.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Johnson City?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City, led by Franklin Woods Community Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Johnson City as a CRNA?
Tennessee 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 Tennessee license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Johnson City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Washington 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 Johnson City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Johnson City 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 Johnson City?
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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.
3Open now: 2 CRNA roles
- Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPermanent$172k–$250k/ year
- Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Anesthetist)Permanent$192k–$241k/ year
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