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Physician Assistants Salary in Illinois
Ranked #38 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Illinois earn between $105,160 and $162,330. 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 Illinois is $131,880, about 6.7% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $63/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $139,950 | $138,360 | 120 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $139,670 | $145,450 | 80 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $136,590 | $134,930 | 190 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $136,410 | $135,390 | 50 |
| Springfield, IL | $133,750 | $131,750 | 50 |
| Peoria, IL | $133,170 | $132,850 | 110 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $130,360 | $139,590 | 40 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $127,940 | $134,170 | 3,050 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Illinois?
The median physician assistants salary in Illinois is $131,950 per year (mean $131,880), and about 80% earn between $105,160 and $162,330.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $63 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $131,880 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Illinois ranks #38 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $131,880 is about 6.7% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for physician assistants are Champaign-Urbana, IL ($139,950), West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area ($139,670), South Illinois nonmetropolitan area ($136,590), by median annual wage.