Physician Assistants Salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $114,380 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $54.99
10th percentile $98,520
90th percentile $136,990
Employed locally 280
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $98,520
    25th
    $104,090
    50th (median)
    $114,380
    75th
    $128,170
    90th
    $136,990

    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 Northwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,720
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,370
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,320
    Physicians, All Other $211,890
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,040
    Pharmacists $132,210

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Northwestern Pennsylvania is $54.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.72 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania is 14.2% 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 Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $98,520 per year in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $104,090.