Physician Assistants Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $132,250 -0.8% vs national
Median hourly $63.58
10th percentile $102,490
90th percentile $165,030
Employed locally 80
National median $133,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $102,490
    25th
    $123,570
    50th (median)
    $132,250
    75th
    $149,300
    90th
    $165,030

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,010
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,170
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,310
    Paramedics $47,610
    Nurse Practitioners $126,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physician Assistants make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Physician Assistants in West Central Illinois is $63.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.13 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Physician Assistants salaries?

    The median Physician Assistants salary in West Central Illinois is 0.8% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Physician Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $102,490 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $123,570.