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Anesthesiologist Salary in Sacramento, California

The median anesthesiologist salary in Sacramento, CA is $381,742 per year, which is 26.0% above the national median and 13.7% below the California state average.

City Median
$381,742
vs State Avg
$-60,594
vs National
+$78,772
Cost of Living
118%

Anesthesiologist Salary in Sacramento by Experience

In Sacramento, an entry-level anesthesiologist earns around $189,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $541,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$189,000
+$39,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$384,300
+$79,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$541,800
+$111,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sacramento, CA

Percentile Sacramento
10th Percentile $182,700
25th Percentile $277,200
Median (50th) $381,742
75th Percentile $491,400
90th Percentile $567,000

Anesthesiologist Salary in Other California Cities

How to Become a Anesthesiologist in Sacramento

Education

Most anesthesiologist positions require a doctoral degree. Sacramento and the surrounding California area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AnesthesiaPharmacologyPatient MonitoringCritical CarePain ManagementAirway Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, anesthesiologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Sacramento may vary based on local industry and population growth.