What are the main factors that influence a CRNA's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A CRNA's salary?

A CRNA's salary grows with experience: starting around $241,899 for beginners, reaching about $263,011 at mid-level, and approach $265,815 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a CRNA?

CRNA salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CRNA roles are District of Columbia $269,101, California $268,001, Massachusetts $264,501. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CRNA roles make?

Salaries for CRNA level roles vary by specialization: Chief Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA): $259,400; Head CRNA Nurse Anesthetist: $259,330; Chief Nurse Anesthetist: $259,326; CRNA PRN: $243,636; Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA): $243,000.

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CRNA Salary in Delaware

How much does a CRNA make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a CRNA in Delaware is $246,101 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $118.

However, a CRNA's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $317,934
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $233,001 to $283,701
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $221,074

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CRNA Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$283,701	$23,642	$5,456	$136
Average	$246,101	$20,508	$4,733	$118
25th Percentile	$233,001	$19,417	$4,481	$112

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Key Factors That Influence CRNA Salaries

A CRNA's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level CRNA	$241,899
Intermediate Level CRNA	$244,239
Senior Level CRNA	$263,011
Specialist Level CRNA	$264,694
Expert Level CRNA	$265,815

How Do CRNA Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract CRNAs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $269,101.
California: $268,001.
Massachusetts: $264,501.

District of Columbia $269,101 California $268,001 Massachusetts $264,501 Washington $263,501 New Jersey $263,401 Alaska $263,101 Connecticut $259,701 New York $258,301

Hawaii $254,001 Rhode Island $251,901 Maryland $250,601 Minnesota $248,701 Colorado $247,901 Illinois $247,701 Oregon $246,801 Delaware $246,101

New Hampshire $245,701 Virginia $244,701 Pennsylvania $241,901 Nevada $240,501 North Dakota $240,001 Michigan $239,301 Wisconsin $239,001 Vermont $238,501

Texas $237,001 Maine $236,901 Arizona $236,801 Ohio $236,601 Georgia $234,401 Indiana $233,301 Wyoming $233,001 Utah $232,701

Iowa $232,601 Kansas $231,401 Louisiana $231,101 North Carolina $230,901 Missouri $230,901 Florida $229,901 Montana $229,401 Nebraska $228,901

Kentucky $228,701 South Carolina $227,701 Tennessee $227,101 Idaho $226,901 New Mexico $225,101 Oklahoma $224,701 Alabama $223,301 South Dakota $220,801

Arkansas $219,501 West Virginia $218,801 Mississippi $216,701

Top Paying Cities for CRNAs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $245,001
Little Creek: $246,801
Magnolia: $246,401

Lincoln, DE $245,001 Little Creek, DE $246,801 Magnolia, DE $246,401 Milford, DE $245,601 Marydel, DE $246,001 Millsboro, DE $244,001 Millville, DE $244,301 Milton, DE $244,801

Nassau, DE $244,901 Ocean View, DE $244,301 Rehoboth Beach, DE $244,801 Seaford, DE $244,901 Selbyville, DE $243,901 Smyrna, DE $246,901 Viola, DE $245,801 Woodside, DE $246,501

Bear, DE $245,901 Newark, DE $245,801 Claymont, DE $246,301 Delaware City, DE $246,101 Hockessin, DE $245,801 Kirkwood, DE $246,001 Middletown, DE $246,101 Montchanin, DE $245,801

New Castle, DE $245,901 Odessa, DE $246,201 Port Penn, DE $246,401 Rockland, DE $245,901 Saint Georges, DE $246,001 Townsend, DE $246,401 Winterthur, DE $245,901 Lewes, DE $244,901

Wilmington, DE $245,801 Dover, DE $246,801 Dover Afb, DE $245,501 Bethany Beach, DE $244,001 Bethel, DE $244,301 Bridgeville, DE $244,901 Camden Wyoming, DE $246,101 Cheswold, DE $246,701

Clayton, DE $246,701 Dagsboro, DE $243,901 Delmar, DE $243,501 Ellendale, DE $244,201 Felton, DE $245,601 Fenwick Island, DE $243,901 Frankford, DE $243,501 Frederica, DE $245,801

Georgetown, DE $243,801 Greenwood, DE $244,901 Harbeson, DE $244,001 Harrington, DE $245,301 Hartly, DE $246,001 Houston, DE $244,901 Kenton, DE $246,701 Laurel, DE $243,601

Yorklyn, DE $245,901

CRNA Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CRNA's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$233,001

Average $246,101/year

$283,701

$19,417

Average $20,508/month

$23,642

$4,481

Average $4,733/week

$5,456

$112

Average $118/hour

$136

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$283,701	$23,642	$5,456	$136
Average	$246,101	$20,508	$4,733	$118
25th Percentile	$233,001	$19,417	$4,481	$112

CRNA Salary Growth & Career Path

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Chief Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

For a CRNA, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Chief Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $262,700 - a projected growth of 7% over your current level.

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