How much does an anesthesiologist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for anesthesiologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $190.97 an hour or $33,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $190.97
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 65
- Jobs in the area
- 200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,040 | $34.63 | |
| 25th | $170,800 | $82.11 | |
| Median | $397,200 | $190.97 | |
| 75th | $450,100 | $216.39 | |
| 90th | $517,100 | $248.61 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for anesthesiologists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
| Ophthalmologist | $226,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anesthesiologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $190.97 ($397,200 a year).
Do anesthesiologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $397,200 against $391,500 nationally, 1% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $202,600, so Washington pays 96% more.
Where does Washington rank for anesthesiologist pay?
19 of 65 metro areas with data.
How much does an anesthesiologist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $72,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $517,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.