PermanentPosted 16 days ago
CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Seattle Children's · Seattle, WA
$278k–$303k/ year
CRNA jobs in Olympia, WA
The median CRNA pay in Washington is $115+ per hour ($239,200+ a year), with the typical range running from $105.65 to $115+. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Olympia. The free report below lists employers near Olympia and what they pay.
- $115+median pay per hour, Washington
- $106–$115+typical range per hour
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Olympia, WA
Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 730 nurse anesthetists employed in Washington.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $101.52 | $211,160 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $105.65 | $219,750 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% 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. 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 Olympia
- Overall prices in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% above the U.S. average (index 116.7).
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.
Get the Olympia CRNA pay report
Named employers near Olympia, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportTravel assignment per diem in Olympia
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $149 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,603 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,839 |
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 Washington
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Olympia as they open.
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE (NURSE ANESTHETIST)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Tacoma, WA
$191k–$239k/ year
For youUpdated weekly
85+ more CRNA roles for you in Washington
Most are never shown on this page. Tell us your role and get the full list, with the pay on every one, in your inbox within 24 hours.
- Free
- No card
- Email only, no calls
Hospitals in Olympia
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Olympia, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Medical Center Olympia, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence St Peter Hospital Olympia, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 Thurston County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Thurston County (2 geographic, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lacey, WA | 5 mi | $115+/hr | 58,644 |
| Lakewood, WA | 19 mi | $114.09/hr | 62,709 |
| Tacoma, WA | 25 mi | $114.09/hr | 228,202 |
| Federal Way, WA | 32 mi | $114.09/hr | 100,252 |
| Auburn, WA | 37 mi | $114.09/hr | 85,513 |
| Burien, WA | 40 mi | $114.09/hr | 52,046 |
License and tax basics in Washington
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Washington 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 Olympia
Olympia city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Olympia, WA?
CRNAs in Washington have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $105.65 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Olympia?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Olympia, led by Capital Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Olympia as a CRNA?
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Olympia in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Thurston 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 Olympia?
The federal per diem benchmark in Olympia is $149 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,603 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Olympia?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Olympia and across Washington. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Olympia.
Free for every candidate
What do employers near Olympia pay CRNAs? Get the report.
Tell us your role and city. Within 24 hours you get an email with three things, by employer name. It costs you nothing, because employers pay us.
- 1Pay for your role at other hospitals
The hourly pay at named employers near you, so you see who pays most.
- 2What they are offering now
The pay range and median across current postings, and how many were posted this month.
- 3Roles open for you right now
Every current opening near you with pay, shift and start date. Reply with one click.
Get your free pay report
85+ CRNA roles in Washington, sent free by email
Tell us who you are and what you do. We email the report within 24 hours on business days.
Valorem Health Shift ReportFrom your recruiting team · [email protected]
Your CRNA pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your Washington list by name comes with the full report
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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Washington list
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
- CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPermanent$278k–$303k/ year
- ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE (NURSE ANESTHETIST)Permanent$191k–$239k/ year
Each one has pay, shift and start date.
I'm interestedOne click. A recruiter writes only after you reply.