Physician Assistants Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $128,710 -3.4% vs national
Median hourly $61.88
10th percentile $97,730
90th percentile $163,810
Employed locally 110
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $97,730
    25th
    $108,150
    50th (median)
    $128,710
    75th
    $142,390
    90th
    $163,810

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $89,650
    Physical Therapists $95,640
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,590
    Dental Hygienists $102,020
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Southwest Colorado is $61.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.63 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Southwest Colorado is 3.4% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $97,730 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $108,150.