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Physician Assistants
National median $135,880 , about 162,150 jobs nationwide (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Local pay range | Local jobs in field | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $223,640 | $167,230 to $250,240 | 1,030 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $184,380 | $156,990 to $219,210 | 1,830 | 115.6 |
| New York | $167,650 | $141,930 to $179,990 | 16,800 | 112.6 |
| Seattle | $167,290 | $156,830 to $180,720 | 1,920 | 111.1 |
| Riverside | $165,490 | $136,720 to $200,880 | 1,020 | 106.4 |
Local salary guide May 2025. Cost of living index (2024), US average = 100. We only list metros with a published median. Missing cells are not imputed.