Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $135,940 | $140,258 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $65.36 | $67.43 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $134,461.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Virginia is $135,940, or about $65.36 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Virginia is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,340 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $135,940, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.