Physician Assistants Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $139,750 +4.9% vs national
Median hourly $67.19
10th percentile $111,610
90th percentile $191,050
Employed locally 160
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $111,610
    25th
    $128,290
    50th (median)
    $139,750
    75th
    $165,710
    90th
    $191,050

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $86,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,440
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,470
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,580
    Pharmacists $146,680
    Physical Therapists $99,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Northwest Minnesota is $67.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $96.55 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Northwest Minnesota is 4.9% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $111,610 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $128,290.