Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Janesville, WI
Mercy · Wisconsin
$105.00–$200.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
CRNA jobs in Waukesha, WI
The median CRNA pay in the Waukesha area is $115+ per hour ($239,200+ a year), with the typical range running from $115+ to $115+. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Waukesha. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Waukesha.
- $115+median pay per hour, Milwaukee
- $115+–$115+typical range per hour
- 190CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Waukesha, WI
The metro median is in line with the Wisconsin statewide median of $115+ per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 190 nurse anesthetists employed in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $105.35 | $219,130 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% 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 Waukesha
- Overall prices in Milwaukee-Waukesha run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, 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 Waukesha
| 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 Wisconsin
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Waukesha as they open.
Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Lake Geneva, WI
Mercy · Wisconsin
$105.00–$200.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
CRNA - Janesville, WI $182,000 - $311,000
Mercy · Wisconsin
$183k–$311k/ year
Hospitals in Waukesha
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waukesha, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waukesha Memorial Hospital Waukesha, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Waukesha County Mental Health Ctr Waukesha, WI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
CRNA pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Allis, WI | 11 mi | $115+/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 15 mi | $115+/hr | 563,531 |
| Racine, WI | 29 mi | $115+/hr | 78,057 |
| Kenosha, WI | 35 mi | $115+/hr | 99,578 |
| Janesville, WI | 45 mi | $115+/hr | 66,428 |
| Waukegan, IL | 48 mi | $115+/hr | 88,570 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Waukesha
Waukesha city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Waukesha, WI?
CRNAs in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $115+ and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Waukesha?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waukesha, led by Waukesha Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Waukesha 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 Waukesha?
The federal per diem benchmark in Waukesha 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.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Waukesha?
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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
- PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Janesville, WIPer diem$105.00–$200.00/ hour
- PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Lake Geneva, WIPer diem$105.00–$200.00/ hour
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