Salary Guide

CRNA Salary in Kentucky

Compensation data for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists in Kentucky (2026).

$212
Permanent hourly
$276–$382
Locum hourly
$259k
Annual salary
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The average CRNA salary in Kentucky is $212/hr or approximately $259k per year. Locum tenens CRNAs in Kentucky earn significantly more — typically $276–$382/hr, or 30–80% above permanent rates. CRNAs in Kentucky practice under physician supervision or a collaborative agreement. RxRooster aggregates CRNA salary data and job listings from 20+ sources across Kentucky.

What affects CRNA pay in Kentucky?

Practice authority

Kentucky requires physician supervision. CRNAs may see slightly lower autonomy premiums than FPA states.

State tax

Kentucky collects state income tax. Consider effective take-home when comparing to no-tax states.

Locum vs. permanent

Locum CRNAs in Kentucky commonly earn $276–$382/hr, 30–80% above permanent staff rates.

Facility type

Level-I trauma and academic centers pay differently than community hospitals or outpatient surgery centers. Compare offers on RxRooster.