Physician Assistants Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $110,310 -17.2% vs national
Median hourly $53.04
10th percentile $46,290
90th percentile $146,040
Employed locally 110
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,290
    25th
    $99,410
    50th (median)
    $110,310
    75th
    $134,440
    90th
    $146,040

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$84,350
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$58,660
    Pharmacy Technicians$35,350
    Physicians, All Other$101,100
    Emergency Medical Technicians$38,130
    Psychiatric Technicians$48,110

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $53.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 17.2% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $46,290 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $99,410.