Source: SalaryDr Anesthesiology Residency Salary Data (2026). Median: $70,000/year. Sample: 59 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/residency-salary/anesthesiology
Anesthesiology Residency Salary (2026)
The median anesthesiology resident salary is $70,000 per year, based on 59 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After training, anesthesiology attendings earn a median of $500,000 — a 7.1x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Anesthesiology Resident Salary by PGY Year
How anesthesiology resident compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $68,000 | 33 |
| PGY-2 | $78,144 | 12 |
| PGY-3 | $68,000 | 11 |
Anesthesiology Residency Stipends & Benefits
Median annual stipends reported by anesthesiology residents, in addition to base salary.
Anesthesiology: Resident vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from residency to attending is the largest increase in a physician’s career.
Anesthesiology Resident Salary by State
Top-paying states for anesthesiology residents based on approved salary reports.
| State | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| California | $78,000 | 6 |
| Texas | $72,000 | 5 |
| Florida | $67,000 | 6 |
| Alabama | $62,500 | 8 |
Anesthesiology Residency Training
Training Length
4 years
Salary Progression
Resident salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per PGY year. After completing training, attending anesthesiology physicians earn a median of $500,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Anesthesiology Residency Salary
How much do anesthesiology residents make in 2026?
Anesthesiology residents earn a median salary of $70,000 per year based on 59 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. The middle 80% report between $60,000 and $90,000, depending on PGY level and location.
How long is anesthesiology residency?
Anesthesiology residency training is 4 years. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per PGY level.
How much more do anesthesiology attendings make compared to residents?
Anesthesiology attending physicians earn a median of $500,000, which is 7.1x more than the median resident salary of $70,000. This gap represents the largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are anesthesiology residents satisfied with their specialty choice?
Anesthesiology residents rate their career satisfaction at 3.4/5.0 on average. 88% say they would choose anesthesiology again if given the choice. They work an average of 61 hours per week.
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