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Physician Assistants Salary in Washington
Ranked #2 of 51 · WA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Washington earn between $125,580 and $218,150. 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 Washington is $164,430, about 16.4% above the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $79/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $168,080 | $165,540 | 60 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $167,290 | $170,150 | 1,920 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $161,980 | $164,500 | 30 |
| Bellingham, WA | $161,260 | $155,990 | 120 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $154,230 | $155,300 | 120 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $153,940 | $156,570 | 90 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $153,810 | $150,420 | 70 |
| Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area | $149,260 | $154,960 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Washington?
The median physician assistants salary in Washington is $164,360 per year (mean $164,430), and about 80% earn between $125,580 and $218,150.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Washington?
Roughly $79 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $164,430 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Washington a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Washington ranks #2 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $164,430 is about 16.4% above the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Washington pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Washington for physician assistants are Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA ($168,080), Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ($167,290), Walla Walla, WA ($161,980), by median annual wage.