Physician Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 162,150 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $99,380 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $120,670 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $135,880 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $163,980 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $190,280 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$99K
25th
$121K
Median
$136K
75th
$164K
90th
$190K
Highest Paying States for Physician Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $169,110 |
| Washington | $164,430 |
| New Jersey | $162,100 |
| Oregon | $155,300 |
| New York | $155,150 |
| Vermont | $152,520 |
| New Hampshire | $150,150 |
| Alaska | $148,080 |
| Minnesota | $147,630 |
| Connecticut | $146,930 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Physician Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $169,110 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $146,930 — a difference of $22,180. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Physician Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 162,150 workers were employed as Physician Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $141,280 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1071