What are the main factors that influence an Anesthesiologist's salary?

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

How does experience change An Anesthesiologist's salary?

An Anesthesiologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $478,066 for beginners, reaching about $482,544 at mid-level, and approach $493,967 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Anesthesiologist?

Anesthesiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Anesthesiologist roles are District of Columbia $490,100, California $488,300, Massachusetts $481,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Anesthesiologist roles make?

Salaries for Anesthesiologist level roles vary by specialization: Obstetric Anesthesiologist: $446,377; Physician - Anesthesiologist: $442,620; General Anesthesiologist: $434,194; Cardiac Anesthesiologist: $402,780; Chief Anesthesiologist: $254,777.

Anesthesiologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Anesthesiologist make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Anesthesiologist in District of Columbia is $490,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $236.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $587,724
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $460,200 to $541,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $432,978

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Anesthesiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$541,200	$45,100	$10,408	$260
Average	$490,100	$40,842	$9,425	$236
25th Percentile	$460,200	$38,350	$8,850	$221

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Key Factors That Influence Anesthesiologist Salaries

An Anesthesiologist'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.

How Experience Level Affects Anesthesiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Anesthesiologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $478,066
Early Career (1-2 years): $480,305
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $482,544
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $485,679
Expert (over 8 years): $493,967

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Anesthesiologist	$478,066
Intermediate Level Anesthesiologist	$480,305
Senior Level Anesthesiologist	$482,544
Specialist Level Anesthesiologist	$485,679
Expert Level Anesthesiologist	$493,967

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How Do Anesthesiologist 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 Anesthesiologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $490,100.
California: $488,300.
Massachusetts: $481,700.

District of Columbia $490,100 California $488,300 Massachusetts $481,700 Washington $480,000 New Jersey $479,800 Alaska $479,200 Connecticut $473,100 New York $470,600

Hawaii $462,700 Rhode Island $459,000 Maryland $456,400 Minnesota $453,000 Colorado $451,700 Illinois $451,200 Oregon $449,500 Delaware $448,300

New Hampshire $447,500 Virginia $445,800 Pennsylvania $440,700 Nevada $438,100 North Dakota $437,300 Michigan $435,900 Wisconsin $435,500 Vermont $434,500

Texas $431,800 Maine $431,600 Arizona $431,300 Ohio $431,000 Georgia $427,000 Indiana $424,900 Wyoming $424,500 Utah $423,900

Iowa $423,600 Kansas $421,500 Louisiana $420,900 North Carolina $420,700 Missouri $420,600 Florida $418,900 Montana $417,900 Nebraska $417,000

Kentucky $416,600 South Carolina $414,800 Tennessee $413,700 Idaho $413,200 New Mexico $410,000 Oklahoma $409,300 Alabama $406,700 South Dakota $402,300

Arkansas $399,900 West Virginia $398,600 Mississippi $394,800

Top Paying Cities for Anesthesiologists

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:

Parcel Return Service: $490,100
Washington: $490,100
Naval Anacost Annex: $490,100

Parcel Return Service, DC $490,100 Washington, DC $490,100 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $490,100 Washington Navy Yard, DC $490,100

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

Understanding how an Anesthesiologist'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 April 01, 2026

$460,200

Average $490,100/year

$541,200

$38,350

Average $40,842/month

$45,100

$8,850

Average $9,425/week

$10,408

$221

Average $236/hour

$260

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$541,200	$45,100	$10,408	$260
Average	$490,100	$40,842	$9,425	$236
25th Percentile	$460,200	$38,350	$8,850	$221

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