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Physician Assistant Salary

Physician assistants practice medicine under the supervision of physicians and surgeons, examining patients, diagnosing injuries and illnesses, and prescribing treatments.

Median: $126,010 Growth: 28% BLS Data

Physician Assistant Salary Range

Entry Level

$90,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$125,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$155,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $82,920

25th Percentile $105,380

Median (50th) $126,010

75th Percentile $149,540

90th Percentile $168,120

Top Paying States for Physician Assistants

1 Connecticut

$145,000

2 Washington

$142,000

3 California

$140,000

4 Alaska

$138,000

5 New Jersey

$136,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+28%

Much Faster Than Average

Education

Master's degree from accredited PA program

How Much Do Physician Assistants Make?

The median annual salary for a physician assistant in the United States is $126,010 as of 2026. This means half of physician assistants earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $90,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $125,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $155,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

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What Can a Physician Assistant Afford?

Based on median salary of $126,010

Max Rent $3,124/mo

Max Car Payment $1,249/mo

Monthly Savings $1,494/mo

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