Physician Assistants Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $135,080 +1.4% vs national
Median hourly $64.94
10th percentile $101,150
90th percentile —
Employed locally 60
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $101,150
    25th
    $118,350
    50th (median)
    $135,080
    75th
    $158,010

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $107,250
    Pharmacy Technicians $48,370
    Dental Hygienists $96,190
    Pharmacists $159,180
    Medical Records Specialists $53,600
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $73,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Central Oregon is $64.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Central Oregon is 1.4% above 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $101,150 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $118,350.