PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Veterans Health Administration · Memphis, TN
$172k–$250k/ year
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CRNA jobs in Memphis, TN
Pay for CRNAs in the Memphis area centers on $92.63 per hour, or about $192,670 a year. The lower quarter earns under $84.79 and the upper quarter over $98.63. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Memphis. That ranks 63rd of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 56th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Memphis and what they pay.
- $92.63median pay per hour, Memphis
- $85–$99typical range per hour
- 200CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 5% below the Tennessee statewide median of $97.79 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 200 nurse anesthetists employed in the Memphis metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $65.20 | $135,620 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $84.79 | $176,360 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $92.63 | $192,670 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $98.63 | $205,150 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $114.34 | $237,830 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Memphis ranks
- 63rd of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 56th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 6 Tennessee metro areas
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 Memphis
- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $92.63 median hour buys what $100.49 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Memphis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$3,335
- Per year: $166,734
- Per month: $13,894
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Memphis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $129 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,421 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,473 |
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 Memphis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Memphis, 0 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Memphis Va Medical Center Memphis, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Regional One Health Memphis, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Delta Specialty Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Memphis, TN | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Crestwyn Behavioral Health Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Lakeside Behavioral Health System Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Memphis Mental Health Institute Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Shelby County
HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Shelby County (6 population-group, 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southaven, MS | 11 mi | $92.63/hr | 57,493 |
| Bartlett, TN | 12 mi | $92.63/hr | 56,708 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 63 mi | $64.53/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 74 mi | $88.68/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 130 mi | $89.80/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 138 mi | $89.80/hr | 204,774 |
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 Memphis
Memphis city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Memphis, TN?
CRNAs in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $92.63 per hour, about $192,670 a year. The middle half earn between $84.79 and $98.63 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Memphis a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 56th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 63rd of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring CRNAs in Memphis?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Memphis. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Memphis.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Memphis 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 Memphis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Shelby 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 Memphis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Memphis is $129 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,421 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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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
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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- Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPermanent$172k–$250k/ year
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