Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $164,360 | $140,258 | +17% |
| Median hourly wage | $79.02 | $67.43 | +17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $153,607.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Washington is $164,360, or about $79.02 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Washington is +17% above the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,540 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $164,360, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.