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Physicians Assistant

Average Physicians Assistant Salary

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$87,978
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$62k
MEDIAN
$88k
90%
$110k

The average salary for a Physicians Assistant is $87,978 in 2025

Base Salary
$62k - $110k
Bonus
$2k - $17k
Total Pay
$60k - $118k
Based on 181 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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4.5 out of 5
(11)
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Common Health Benefits for a Physicians Assistant

Medical
83%
Dental
58%
Vision
52%
None
16%

Gender Breakdown for Physicians Assistants

Female
76.7%
Male
23.3%
This data is based on 43 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Physicians Assistants

What is the highest pay for Physicians Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Physicians Assistant is $110k / year

What is the lowest pay for Physicians Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Physicians Assistant is $62k / year

How can Physicians Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Physicians Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Physicians Assistant that oversees more junior Physicians Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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