Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $127,070 | $140,258 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $61.09 | $67.43 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $130,195.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Pennsylvania is $127,070, or about $61.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Pennsylvania is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Pennsylvania typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,020 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $127,070, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.