Anesthesiologist Salary in the US: 2024 Averages by Region and Practice Type

National Average

Mean annual compensation: $271,000 (varies by source; Medscape, MGMA, AMGA report $350k–$450k for full-time).

Regional Averages (Illustrative)

• Northeast: ~$295,000
• Midwest: ~$275,000
• South: ~$260,000
• West: ~$285,000

Key Influencing Factors

• Practice setting: Private practice > academic > hospital-employed > VA/military.
• Geography: Urban/high-cost areas pay more; rural may offer incentives.
• Experience: Steep increase first 5–10 years; plateaus mid-career.
• Subspecialty: Cardiac, pediatric, pain management, critical care command premiums.
• Call burden & overtime: Significant income addition.
• Ownership/partnership: Equity models yield highest totals.

Additional Compensation

• Bonuses (productivity, quality, retention)
• Call pay (per shift or per case)
• Benefits (malpractice, CME, retirement, PTO)

Always negotiate total package, not just base salary.