Physician Assistants Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $126,300 -5.2% vs national
Median hourly $60.72
10th percentile $101,250
90th percentile $152,710
Employed locally 230
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $101,250
    25th
    $107,270
    50th (median)
    $126,300
    75th
    $133,990
    90th
    $152,710

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Central Pennsylvania is $60.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $73.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Central Pennsylvania is 5.2% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $101,250 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $107,270.