Physician Assistants Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $158,300 +18.8% vs national
Median hourly $76.11
10th percentile $105,780
90th percentile $221,160
Employed locally 70
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $105,780
    25th
    $137,290
    50th (median)
    $158,300
    75th
    $186,540
    90th
    $221,160

    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 North Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$129,740
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$76,570
    Pharmacy Technicians$49,230
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,090
    Pharmacists$165,150
    Nurse Practitioners$144,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in North Coast Region of California is $76.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $101.12 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in North Coast Region of California is 18.8% 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 North Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $105,780 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $137,290.