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Physician Assistant salary
Physician assistants examine, diagnose, and treat patients as part of a healthcare team.
Median annual
$131,000
Median hourly
$63
Top 10% earn
$168,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$100,000
Median$131,000
Top 10%$168,000
Physician Assistant salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $105,000 | $50 | -20% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $119,600 | $58 | -9% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $136,800 | $66 | +4% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $158,200 | $76 | +21% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified physician assistants, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Master's degree from an accredited PA program plus certification.
Job outlook
28% growth through 2033 — much faster than average.
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