WI · Eau Claire · Updated October 15, 2026

CRNA jobs in Eau Claire, WI

The median CRNA pay in Wisconsin is $115+ per hour ($239,200+ a year), with the typical range running from $113.38 to $115+. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Eau Claire. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Eau Claire.

CRNA pay in Eau Claire, WI

Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 1,040 nurse anesthetists employed in Wisconsin.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$100.74$209,5406% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$113.38$235,8306% above 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 Eau Claire

  • Overall prices in Eau Claire run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.8).

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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Travel assignment per diem in Eau Claire

ItemFederal 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 Wisconsin

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Hospitals in Eau Claire

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Eau Claire, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire Hospital
Eau Claire, WI
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
Marshfield Medical Center - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

CRNA pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
La Crosse, WI70 mi$115+/hr51,049
Woodbury, MN70 mi$112.03/hr80,596
Rochester, MN74 mi$115+/hr123,624
St. Paul, MN79 mi$112.03/hr307,465
Eagan, MN82 mi$112.03/hr67,240
Apple Valley, MN84 mi$112.03/hr55,272

CRNA jobs in Wisconsin · CRNA jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Wisconsin

Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin license by endorsement.

Wisconsin taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Wisconsin state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide

Other healthcare roles in Eau Claire

Eau Claire city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do CRNAs make in Eau Claire, WI?

CRNAs in Wisconsin have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $113.38 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CRNAs work in Eau Claire?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Eau Claire, led by Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Eau Claire as a CRNA?

Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Eau Claire?

The federal per diem benchmark in Eau Claire 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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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
  • Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$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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2What they are offering now

Low$88Median$152.50High$200

3 CRNA postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 0 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 3 CRNA roles

  1. PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Janesville, WIPer diem
    $105.00–$200.00/ hour
    Mercy · Wisconsin · posted 30+ days ago
  2. PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Lake Geneva, WIPer diem
    $105.00–$200.00/ hour
    Mercy · Wisconsin · posted 30+ days ago

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