Per diemPosted today
Advanced Practice Nurse (Certified Nurse Anesthetist) Intermittent
Veterans Health Administration · Salem, VA
$202k–$292k/ year
New this week
CRNA jobs in Alexandria, VA
CRNAs in the Alexandria area earn a median of $108.34 per hour, about $225,340 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $49.94 and $115+. That ranks 26th of 83 U.S. metro areas for CRNA pay, and 58th of 79 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Alexandria.
- $108.34median pay per hour, Washington
- $50–$115+typical range per hour
- 390CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Alexandria, VA
The metro median is 13% above the Virginia statewide median of $96.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 390 nurse anesthetists employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.38).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.89 | $82,970 | 63% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $49.94 | $103,880 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Median | $108.34 | $225,340 | 1% 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 Alexandria ranks
- 26th of 83 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 58th 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 Alexandria
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $108.34 median hour buys what $99.50 buys at the national price level, 7% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$3,900
- Per year: $195,012
- Per month: $16,251
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Alexandria
| 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 Virginia
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Advanced Practice Nurse (Certified Nurse Anesthetist)
Veterans Health Administration · Salem, VA
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CRNA - Sentara Leigh Hospital (PRN)
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$364k–$406k/ year
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Anesthesiology
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
$250k–$250k/ year
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Per diemPosted 13 days ago
CRNA- Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital (PRN)
Sentara Healthcare · Virginia Beach, VA
$364k–$406k/ year
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist – Anesthesiology
Sentara Healthcare · Suffolk, VA
$250k–$250k/ year
Hospitals in Alexandria
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Alexandria city
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Alexandria city (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 7 mi | $108.34/hr | 702,250 |
| Rockville, MD | 19 mi | $108.34/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 42 mi | $100.64/hr | 568,271 |
| Richmond, VA | 92 mi | $59.83/hr | 233,655 |
| Lancaster, PA | 94 mi | $104.65/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 100 mi | $96.14/hr | 51,164 |
License and tax basics in Virginia
Virginia 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 Virginia license by endorsement.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Alexandria
Alexandria city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Alexandria, VA?
CRNAs in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $108.34 per hour, about $225,340 a year. The middle half earn between $49.94 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Alexandria a good place for CRNAs once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 58th of 79 metro areas for CRNA pay after adjusting for local prices, and 26th of 83 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do CRNAs work in Alexandria?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Alexandria, led by Inova Alexandria Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Alexandria as a CRNA?
Virginia 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 Virginia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Alexandria in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Alexandria city. 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 Alexandria?
The federal per diem benchmark in Alexandria 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.
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Your CRNA pay reportAlexandria, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Sentara HealthcareVirginia Beach, VA · 15 postings$120.19/ hr$120–$195
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 2 postings$119.56/ hr$92–$147
- Veterans Health AdministrationSalem, VA · 2 postings$118.83/ hr$97–$141
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$116Median$120.19High$191
21 CRNA postings with published pay in Virginia, 19 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 21 CRNA roles
- Advanced Practice Nurse (Certified Nurse Anesthetist) IntermittentPer diem$202k–$292k/ year
- Advanced Practice Nurse (Certified Nurse Anesthetist)Permanent$202k–$292k/ year
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