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Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Anesthesiology - LBJ
UTHealth Houston · Houston, TX
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CRNA jobs in Houston, TX
The median CRNA pay in the Houston area is $113.22 per hour ($235,490 a year), with the typical range running from $95.11 to $115+. That ranks 7th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 27th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 28 hospitals in Houston. The free report below lists employers near Houston and what they pay.
- $113.22median pay per hour, Houston
- $95–$115+typical range per hour
- 900CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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2 more open roles from employers in Houston. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Obstetrics
Texas Children's Hospital · Houston, TX
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CRNA pay in Houston, TX
The metro median is 3% above the Texas statewide median of $109.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 900 nurse anesthetists employed in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $86.12 | $179,130 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $95.11 | $197,830 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $113.22 | $235,490 | 6% 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 Houston ranks
- 7th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 27th of 79 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Texas 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 Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands run 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $113.22 median hour buys what $114.79 buys at the national price level, 7% 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.
Estimate your Houston paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$4,076
- Per year: $203,796
- Per month: $16,983
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Houston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $128 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,456 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,928 |
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 Texas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Houston as they open.
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APN (Certified Nurse Anesthetist) - EDRP/Relocation/Recruitment Incentive Approved
Veterans Health Administration · San Antonio, TX
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Hospitals in Houston
CMS lists 28 hospitals in Houston, 10 of the 15 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Houston Va Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Baylor St Lukes Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Womans Hospital Of Texas,The Houston, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 Harris County
HRSA lists 22 active primary care shortage designations that include Harris County (7 population-group, 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearland, TX | 16 mi | $113.22/hr | 129,620 |
| Pasadena, TX | 17 mi | $113.22/hr | 149,617 |
| Beaumont, TX | 77 mi | $109.41/hr | 112,893 |
| College Station, TX | 77 mi | $109.41/hr | 128,023 |
License and tax basics in Texas
Texas 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 Texas license by endorsement.
Texas 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 Houston
Houston city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Houston, TX?
CRNAs in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro area have a median pay of $113.22 per hour, about $235,490 a year. The middle half earn between $95.11 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Houston a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands ranks 27th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 7th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Houston?
CMS lists 28 hospitals in Houston, led by Houston Methodist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Houston as a CRNA?
Texas 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 Texas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Houston in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 22 active primary care shortage designations that include Harris 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 Houston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Houston is $128 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,456 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 employers
- Midwest Anesthesia Alliance LLCOdessa, TX · 1 wage offer$210.00/ hr$210–$210
- 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
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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.
3Open now: 1 CRNA roles
- APN (Certified Nurse Anesthetist) - EDRP/Relocation/Recruitment Incentive ApprovedPermanent$205k–$292k/ year
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