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Physician Assistants Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #51 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Mississippi earn between $44,030 and $165,630. 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 Mississippi is $106,820, about 24.4% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $51/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hattiesburg, MS | $108,420 | $110,080 | 50 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $105,920 | $113,720 | 60 |
| Jackson, MS | $101,830 | $98,420 | 110 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $99,790 | $93,580 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Mississippi?
The median physician assistants salary in Mississippi is $105,920 per year (mean $106,820), and about 80% earn between $44,030 and $165,630.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $51 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $106,820 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Mississippi ranks #51 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $106,820 is about 24.4% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for physician assistants are Hattiesburg, MS ($108,420), Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($105,920), Jackson, MS ($101,830), by median annual wage.