Anesthesiologist Assistants

Salaries for anesthesiologist assistants vary based on the kind of practice (whether the anesthesiologist works individually or as part of a group practice) and geographic location. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that the median annual earnings for physician assistants, which includes anesthesiology assistants, was $130,020 in May 2023. The lowest 10 percent earned $86,280 or less, and the highest 10 percent earned $170,790 or more. Those who worked in general medical and surgical hospitals earned an annual mean wage of $132,580, whereas those who worked in outpatient care centers earned $144,160. The top paying states include Nevada, with a mean annual salary of $154,800, and California, $153,960, in May 2023.

Anesthesiology assistants may receive benefits such as health and dental insurance, paid vacations, and retirement plans. Self-employed anesthesiologist assistants must provide their own benefits.