Anesthesiologist Salary: Average Starting Gross Pay in 2022

Anesthesiologist Starting Salary (2022 Data)

According to the Medscape Physician Compensation Report 2022, the average monthly starting gross salary for anesthesiologists in the United States is $24,800.

Annualized Equivalent

$24,800/month × 12 = $297,600 per year (gross, before taxes and deductions).

Factors Affecting Compensation

• Geographic region: Higher in Northeast, West Coast; lower in Midwest/South.
• Practice setting: Academic vs. private practice vs. employed hospital model.
• Subspecialty training: Fellowship-trained (cardiac, pediatric, pain) may command premiums.
• Call burden and case volume.

Note: This reflects 2022 survey data. Current 2024 figures may differ. Consult recent Medscape, MGMA, or AMGA reports for updated benchmarks.