Physician Assistants Salary in Tampa, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL

Median annual salary $114,990 -13.7% vs national
Median hourly $55.28
10th percentile $83,990
90th percentile $156,880
Employed locally 1,610
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $83,990
    25th
    $94,990
    50th (median)
    $114,990
    75th
    $133,250
    90th
    $156,880

    Tampa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,254 2023 • Census ACS
    Physician Assistants salary vs area income 161% Median Physician Assistants salary is 61% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in Tampa?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Tampa, FL is $55.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.50 or more per hour.

    Is Tampa above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in Tampa, FL is 13.7% 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 Tampa?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $83,990 per year in Tampa, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,990.