Physician Assistants Salary in Tucson, AZ
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ
Median annual salary
$150,350
+12.8% vs national
Median hourly
$72.29
10th percentile
$111,400
90th percentile
$212,390
Employed locally
240
National median
$133,260
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Tucson economic context
Unemployment rate
3.60%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$67,929
2023 • Census ACS
Physician Assistants salary vs area income
221%
Median Physician Assistants salary is 121% above the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in Tucson?
The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in Tucson, AZ is $72.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $99.36 or more per hour.
Is Tucson above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?
The median Physician Assistants salary in Tucson, AZ is 12.8% 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 Tucson?
Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $111,400 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $127,100.