Physician Assistants Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $124,240 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $59.73
10th percentile $99,960
90th percentile $145,600
Employed locally 60
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $99,960
    25th
    $118,150
    50th (median)
    $124,240
    75th
    $134,890
    90th
    $145,600

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,860
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,970
    Physical Therapists $81,820
    Dental Hygienists $77,500
    Pharmacists $130,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Southern Michigan is $59.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $71.16 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Southern Michigan is 6.8% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $99,960 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $118,150.