Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $131,950 | $140,258 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.44 | $67.43 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $131,950.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Illinois is $131,950, or about $63.44 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Illinois is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,790 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $131,950, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.