What to Pay a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Phoenix, AZ (2026)
How to set your CRNA pay range in Phoenix
Three pay positions, modeled against current Phoenix market data. Pick the one that matches your comp philosophy and the role's strategic value.
CRNA salary percentile distribution in Phoenix, AZ
Where the Phoenix market actually sits for CRNA base pay.
Most Phoenix employers building a range for this role anchor the midpoint to the market median ($245,000) and set range width at 30–35% — a min of $218,000 and a max of $278,000. This keeps the band wide enough for experience-based progression without concentrating range penetration at the cap.
Arizona pay transparency compliance for CRNA job postings
What you must post when hiring a CRNA in Arizona.
For a CRNA role in Phoenix, a compliant good-faith range looks like $218,000 to $278,000. No statutory requirement applies, but if you disclose voluntarily, post a good-faith range of $218,000–$278,000 rather than a single number — it screens out misaligned candidates and reduces offer-stage fallout.
Top CRNA employers in Phoenix — who you're competing against
Top healthcare employers hiring CRNAs in the Phoenix metro and what they're posting.
| Employer | Type | Disclosed Range | Sign-on Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Health | Health system | $240K–$295K | Very common ($35K–$55K) |
| HonorHealth | Health system | $238K–$290K | Very common ($25K–$42K) |
| Mayo Clinic Arizona | Specialty academic (ACT) | $245K–$298K | Common ($20K–$35K) |
| Dignity Health AZ / CommonSpirit | Health system | $232K–$285K | Very common ($30K–$48K) |
| Independent anesthesia groups | Physician-led groups | $252K–$315K | Production-based |
CRNA talent supply and hiring difficulty in Phoenix
How hard is it to fill a CRNA role in Phoenix.
Skill premiums CRNA candidates command in Phoenix, AZ
| Skill / Credential | Pay Premium | Demand Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac anesthesia (Banner/Mayo) | +10–15% | Very high |
| Regional anesthesia / blocks | +8–12% | Very high |
| Orthopedic anesthesia | +8–12% | High — snowbird-driven |
| Independent practice | +10–15% | Arizona allows |
CRNA total compensation in Phoenix — what candidates expect beyond base
Total rewards mix for CRNAs in Phoenix. "Prevalence" reflects share of Phoenix disclosed-range postings including each element.
| Component | Typical Value | Prevalence in Phoenix Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Base salary | $245,000 (median) | 100% |
| Call pay (standby + callback) | $10–$18/hr standby + 2–3× hourly | ~96% |
| Sign-on bonus | $25,000–$55,000 | ~86% |
| Relocation package | $10K–$22K | ~52% |
| Loan repayment | $25K–$60K total | ~48% |
| Estimated total comp benchmark | ~$298K–$358K | — |
Shift differentials and sign-on bonuses are typically table stakes rather than differentiators. Tuition reimbursement for LPN-to-RN bridge programs is increasingly the lever that wins competitive offers, particularly for early-career candidates.
CRNA pay by setting in Phoenix — SNF, hospital, clinic, home health
Where the CRNA range splits by employer type in the Phoenix metro.
| Setting | Median | Competitive Range | Hiring Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital OR (ACT — Mayo) | $245,000 | $222K–$282K | Very high |
| Hospital OR (CRNA-only — Banner) | $252,000 | $230K–$290K | Very high |
| Ambulatory surgery center | $232,000 | $212K–$268K | Very high |
| Pain management clinic | $240,000 | $218K–$275K | Tight |
| Independent practice | $268,000 | $245K–$308K | Very tight |
CRNA salary in Phoenix vs. other Arizona and nearby metros
What you'd pay if you hired in a nearby metro instead.
| Location | Median Base | vs. Phoenix | Hiring Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix–Mesa–Scottsdale, AZ | $245,000 | — | Tight |
| Las Vegas–Henderson–Paradise, NV | $232,000 | −5.3% | Tight |
| Denver–Aurora–Lakewood, CO | $248,000 | +1.2% | Very tight |
| Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim, CA | $268,000 | +9.4% | Very tight |
| Arizona statewide | $232,000 | −5.3% | — |
| U.S. national | $220,000 | — | — |
FAQ: hiring a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Phoenix, AZ
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Data refreshed May 15, 2026. Next scheduled update: August 15, 2026.
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