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Physician Assistants Salary in Montana
Ranked #19 of 51 · MT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Montana earn between $112,200 and $165,560. 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 Montana is $140,800, about 0.3% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $68/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Montana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $147,700 | $152,200 | 60 |
| Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area | $146,770 | $149,950 | 40 |
| Bozeman, MT | $141,800 | $141,670 | 80 |
| Billings, MT | $141,470 | $138,480 | 150 |
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $137,740 | $137,500 | 50 |
| Missoula, MT | $134,990 | $135,470 | 90 |
| Helena, MT | $134,030 | $137,340 | 70 |
| Great Falls, MT | $132,740 | $138,210 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Montana?
The median physician assistants salary in Montana is $141,470 per year (mean $140,800), and about 80% earn between $112,200 and $165,560.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Montana?
Roughly $68 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $140,800 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Montana a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Montana ranks #19 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $140,800 is about 0.3% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Montana pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Montana for physician assistants are East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area ($147,700), Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area ($146,770), Bozeman, MT ($141,800), by median annual wage.