Physician Assistants Salary in Central Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $121,680 -8.7% vs national
Median hourly $58.50
10th percentile $98,680
90th percentile $163,950
Employed locally 70
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $98,680
    25th
    $105,510
    50th (median)
    $121,680
    75th
    $140,010
    90th
    $163,950

    Top-paying metros for Physician Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $215,600
    Napa, CA $183,930
    Vallejo, CA $180,540
    Modesto, CA $178,520
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $167,140
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $167,090

    Related occupations in Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,210
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $55,250
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,040
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,030
    Pharmacists $135,730
    Nurse Practitioners $116,250

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Central Missouri is $58.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.03 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Central Missouri is 8.7% below the national median of $133,260. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physician Assistants in Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $98,680 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $105,510.