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Physician Assistants Salary in Tennessee
Ranked #48 of 51 · TN
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Tennessee earn between $93,380 and $141,670. 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 Tennessee is $117,300, about 17% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $56/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $129,050 | $124,670 | 750 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $121,900 | $120,440 | 290 |
| Clarksville, TN-KY | $121,710 | $119,790 | 80 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | $121,600 | $119,560 | 180 |
| North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area | $121,360 | $114,490 | 100 |
| Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA | $117,490 | $117,710 | 130 |
| South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area | $116,440 | $111,430 | — |
| Knoxville, TN | $107,980 | $112,760 | 240 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Tennessee?
The median physician assistants salary in Tennessee is $118,240 per year (mean $117,300), and about 80% earn between $93,380 and $141,670.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Tennessee?
Roughly $56 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $117,300 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Tennessee a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Tennessee ranks #48 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $117,300 is about 17% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Tennessee pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Tennessee for physician assistants are Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN ($129,050), Memphis, TN-MS-AR ($121,900), Clarksville, TN-KY ($121,710), by median annual wage.