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Physician Assistants Salary in Oregon
Ranked #4 of 51 · OR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Oregon earn between $123,100 and $198,490. 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 Oregon is $155,300, about 9.9% above the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $75/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Oregon
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $163,810 | $160,130 | 1,110 |
| Medford, OR | $155,110 | $157,300 | 210 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $152,350 | $165,750 | 30 |
| Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $151,840 | $153,090 | 120 |
| Bend, OR | $148,610 | $147,600 | 220 |
| Corvallis, OR | $146,710 | $156,370 | 80 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $145,030 | $152,100 | 240 |
| Salem, OR | $144,190 | $150,890 | 190 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Oregon?
The median physician assistants salary in Oregon is $155,780 per year (mean $155,300), and about 80% earn between $123,100 and $198,490.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Oregon?
Roughly $75 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $155,300 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Oregon a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Oregon ranks #4 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $155,300 is about 9.9% above the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Oregon pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Oregon for physician assistants are Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($163,810), Medford, OR ($155,110), Grants Pass, OR ($152,350), by median annual wage.