Physician Assistants
SOC code 29-1071 · Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
National employment
162,150
Mean annual wage
$141,280
Mean hourly wage
$67.92
Median annual wage
$135,880
Median hourly wage
$65.33
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $99,380 | $47.78 |
| 25th percentile | $120,670 | $58.02 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $135,880 | $65.33 |
| 75th percentile | $163,980 | $78.84 |
| 90th percentile | $190,280 | $91.48 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.