As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Obstetric Anesthetist in the US is $451,481, equivalent to $217 per hour, $8,682 weekly, or $37,623 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Obstetric Anesthetist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Obstetric Anesthetist in the US vary widely, spanning from $400,826 to $540,729. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($424,966) and 75th percentile ($498,197), while top earners (90th percentile) make $540,729 per year. This $73,231 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Wound Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Obstetric Anesthetist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 28 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Obstetric Anesthetist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Obstetric Anesthetist Salary $400,826 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Obstetric Anesthetist Salary $424,966 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Obstetric Anesthetist Salary $451,481 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Obstetric Anesthetist Salary $498,197 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Obstetric Anesthetist Salary $540,729 US August 01, 2026
25% $424,966 10% $400,826 90% $540,729 75% $498,197 $451,481 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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