What nurse anesthetists earn in Texas and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $218,650 | $105.12 | 1,290 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $275,310 | $132.36 | 680 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $244,990 | $117.78 | 480 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $279,410 | $134.33 | 200 |
| Longview, TX | $195,450 | $93.97 | 50 |
| Texarkana, TX-AR | $199,320 | $95.83 | 40 |
Nurse Anesthetists in Texas earned a median of $244,990 a year ($117.78 an hour) in May 2025, 4% more than the national median of $236,590. The middle half earned $209,380 to $323,140.
Among areas in Texas, pay was highest in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX at $279,410.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.