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Anesthesiologist Salary in Boston, MA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA.

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Demand: +10%
$556,250
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $267.43/hr
📊 80% Range: $387,500 – $775,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $387,500
25th % Junior $471,875
50th % Median $556,250
75th % Senior $665,625
90th % Top 10% $775,000
Base Annual Salary $556,250
Target Annual Bonus $66,750
Annual Stock / Equity $122,375
Total Compensation (TC) $745,375
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in Boston, MA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Anesthesiologist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Anesthesiologist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$387,500
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Anesthesiologist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$556,250
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Anesthesiologist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$665,625
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$775,000

Anesthesiologist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$614,100

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$605,200

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$596,300

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$569,600

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$569,600

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$569,600

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$556,250

California

COL Index: 142%
$556,250

Role Profile & Career Requirements

Anesthesiologists evaluate patients prior to surgery, administer precise general and local anesthesia, and monitor vital organ functions during complex medical operations.

Required Education
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or D.O. + 4-Year Residency
Experience Benchmark
8+ years post-undergrad
10-Year Projected Growth
+10%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Anesthesiologist make in Boston, MA?

The median annual salary for a Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA is $556,250, with entry-level professionals earning around $387,500 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $775,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?

On average, a Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA makes approximately $267.43 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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