Healthcare Houston, TX Pop. 2,304,580

Anesthesiologist Salary in Houston, Texas

The median anesthesiologist salary in Houston, TX is $296,911 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.3% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$296,911
vs State Avg
+$12,119
vs National
$-6,059
Cost of Living
96%

Anesthesiologist Salary in Houston by Experience

In Houston, an entry-level anesthesiologist earns around $147,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $421,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$147,000
$-3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$298,900
$-6,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$421,400
$-8,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Houston, TX

Percentile Houston
10th Percentile $142,100
25th Percentile $215,600
Median (50th) $296,911
75th Percentile $382,200
90th Percentile $441,000

Anesthesiologist Salary in Other Texas Cities

How to Become a Anesthesiologist in Houston

Education

Most anesthesiologist positions require a doctoral degree. Houston and the surrounding Texas 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 Houston may vary based on local industry and population growth.