PermanentPosted 16 days ago
CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Seattle Children's · Seattle, WA
$278k–$303k/ year
CRNA jobs in Spokane, WA
CRNAs in the Spokane area earn a median of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year, and the middle half of them earn between $101.53 and $115+. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Spokane. The free report below lists employers near Spokane and what they pay.
- $115+median pay per hour, Spokane
- $102–$115+typical range per hour
- 110CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Spokane, WA
The metro median is in line with the Washington statewide median of $115+ per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 110 nurse anesthetists employed in the Spokane-Spokane Valley metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.36).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $101.52 | $211,160 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $101.53 | $211,180 | 5% 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 Spokane
- Overall prices in Spokane-Spokane Valley run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
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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Get my free pay reportTravel assignment per diem in Spokane
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,484 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,292 |
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 Spokane as they open.
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE (NURSE ANESTHETIST)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Tacoma, WA
$191k–$239k/ year
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Hospitals in Spokane
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Spokane, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane Va Medical Center Spokane, WA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Deaconess Medical Center Spokane, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp. Spokane, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence Holy Family Hospital Spokane, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children Spokane, WA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Inland Northwest Behavioral Health Spokane, WA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Spokane County
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Spokane County (2 geographic, 1 population-group, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane Valley, WA | 9 mi | $115+/hr | 108,267 |
| Pasco, WA | 125 mi | $115+/hr | 81,724 |
| Richland, WA | 130 mi | $115+/hr | 64,372 |
| Kennewick, WA | 131 mi | $115+/hr | 86,728 |
| Yakima, WA | 164 mi | $115+/hr | 97,390 |
| Missoula, MT | 169 mi | $115+/hr | 78,204 |
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 Spokane
Spokane city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Spokane, WA?
CRNAs in the Spokane-Spokane Valley metro area have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $101.53 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Spokane?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Spokane, led by Spokane Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Spokane 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 Spokane in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Spokane 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 Spokane?
The federal per diem benchmark in Spokane is $126 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,484 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Spokane?
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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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- CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPermanent$278k–$303k/ year
- ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE (NURSE ANESTHETIST)Permanent$191k–$239k/ year
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