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Physician Assistants Salary in Utah
Ranked #35 of 51 · UT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Utah earn between $82,910 and $171,430. 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 Utah is $132,530, about 6.2% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $64/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Utah
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area | $139,740 | $134,800 | 80 |
| St. George, UT | $138,110 | $138,770 | 110 |
| Ogden, UT | $135,930 | $133,690 | 220 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT | $134,490 | $133,450 | 300 |
| Salt Lake City-Murray, UT | $130,240 | $131,470 | 810 |
| Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area | $129,940 | $137,830 | 40 |
| Logan, UT-ID | $127,350 | $119,370 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Utah?
The median physician assistants salary in Utah is $134,740 per year (mean $132,530), and about 80% earn between $82,910 and $171,430.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Utah?
Roughly $64 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $132,530 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Utah a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Utah ranks #35 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $132,530 is about 6.2% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Utah pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Utah for physician assistants are High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area ($139,740), St. George, UT ($138,110), Ogden, UT ($135,930), by median annual wage.