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Physician Assistants Salary in Georgia
Ranked #49 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Georgia earn between $62,230 and $172,050. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean physician assistants salary in Georgia is $112,090, about 20.7% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $54/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $135,000 | $139,100 | 80 |
| Savannah, GA | $125,500 | $126,860 | 130 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $125,460 | $133,630 | 160 |
| South Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $124,990 | $134,640 | 170 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $122,670 | $115,920 | 120 |
| Rome, GA | $122,440 | $120,720 | 50 |
| Albany, GA | $122,170 | $112,640 | 30 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $120,160 | $127,940 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Georgia?
The median physician assistants salary in Georgia is $115,390 per year (mean $112,090), and about 80% earn between $62,230 and $172,050.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $54 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $112,090 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Georgia ranks #49 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $112,090 is about 20.7% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for physician assistants are Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area ($135,000), Savannah, GA ($125,500), Athens-Clarke County, GA ($125,460), by median annual wage.