Physician Assistants Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $138,800 +4.2% vs national
Median hourly $66.73
10th percentile $127,320
90th percentile $170,520
Employed locally 40
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $127,320
    25th
    $130,040
    50th (median)
    $138,800
    75th
    $166,150
    90th
    $170,520

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $83,520
    Physical Therapists $97,650
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,680
    Pharmacists $139,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,440
    Emergency Medical Technicians $33,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Southwest Montana is $66.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.05 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Southwest Montana is 4.2% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $127,320 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $130,040.