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Physician Assistants Salary in Missouri
Ranked #24 of 51 · MO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Missouri earn between $82,690 and $169,650. 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 Missouri is $137,710, about 2.5% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $66/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Missouri
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin, MO-KS | $150,300 | $142,860 | 70 |
| Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $141,620 | $134,360 | 40 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $141,080 | $140,770 | 40 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $138,060 | $137,640 | 50 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $136,120 | $137,450 | 1,260 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $135,340 | $135,650 | 40 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $133,350 | $134,340 | 540 |
| Columbia, MO | $132,220 | $132,510 | 140 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Missouri?
The median physician assistants salary in Missouri is $135,130 per year (mean $137,710), and about 80% earn between $82,690 and $169,650.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Missouri?
Roughly $66 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $137,710 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Missouri a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Missouri ranks #24 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $137,710 is about 2.5% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Missouri pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Missouri for physician assistants are Joplin, MO-KS ($150,300), Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area ($141,620), Cape Girardeau, MO-IL ($141,080), by median annual wage.