Physician Assistants Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $124,620 -6.5% vs national
Median hourly $59.91
10th percentile $98,790
90th percentile $159,470
Employed locally 280
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $98,790
    25th
    $104,010
    50th (median)
    $124,620
    75th
    $136,220
    90th
    $159,470

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,020
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,190
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,060
    Pharmacists $133,620
    Paramedics $46,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in Central North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Central North Carolina is $59.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.87 or more per hour.

    Is Central North Carolina above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Central North Carolina is 6.5% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $98,790 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $104,010.