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Physician Assistants Salary in Wisconsin
Ranked #26 of 51 · WI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physician assistantss in Wisconsin earn between $102,420 and $169,150. 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 Wisconsin is $136,750, about 3.2% below the U.S. average ($141,280). That works out to roughly $66/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $156,850 | $155,420 | 110 |
| Fond du Lac, WI | $136,700 | $138,840 | 90 |
| Janesville-Beloit, WI | $135,830 | $140,830 | 60 |
| Kenosha, WI | $135,800 | $140,470 | 60 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $135,790 | $138,200 | 80 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $135,040 | $138,410 | 1,220 |
| Sheboygan, WI | $134,360 | $140,090 | 90 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI | $134,290 | $133,600 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physician assistants make in Wisconsin?
The median physician assistants salary in Wisconsin is $133,950 per year (mean $136,750), and about 80% earn between $102,420 and $169,150.
How much do physician assistants make per hour in Wisconsin?
Roughly $66 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $136,750 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wisconsin a high-paying state for physician assistants?
Wisconsin ranks #26 of 51 states for physician assistants pay. Its mean salary of $136,750 is about 3.2% below the U.S. average of $141,280.
Which metro areas in Wisconsin pay physician assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wisconsin for physician assistants are Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area ($156,850), Fond du Lac, WI ($136,700), Janesville-Beloit, WI ($135,830), by median annual wage.