Physician Assistant Salary (United States)

United States physician assistants typically earn around 125,000 to 135,000 dollars per year, with surgical and emergency roles above that.

Overview

These are indicative figures based on federal wage statistics and professional surveys. Physician assistants complete a master level program and a national certification exam, then practice medicine as part of a team with physicians in nearly every specialty. Surgical subspecialties, dermatology and emergency medicine tend to pay best, and overtime or shift differentials raise hospital pay. Compared with medical school, the shorter training path and lower debt make the role attractive, and employment growth has been strong for years.