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Physician Assistants Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Physician Assistants make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$165,650
Median Annual Salary
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+2.8% vs 2024
$169,110
Mean Salary
$165,650
Median Salary
$79.64
Hourly Rate
13,600 people work as Physician Assistants in California
Physician Assistants salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Physician Assistants in California earn a median salary of $165,650 per year ($13,804/month).
This is 21.8% above the national average of $136,050.
California ranks #2 out of 51 states for Physician Assistants pay.
Approximately 13,600 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Physician Assistants
Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Active Listening
4.0
Writing
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
5.0
Biology
4.81
English Language
4.62
Psychology
4.57
Therapy and Counseling
4.5
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(81.1% of workers)
Salaries for Physician Assistants in California range from $99,380 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $225,190 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $136,730 and $206,990.
How much do Physician Assistants make in California?
The median annual salary for Physician Assistants in California is $165,650 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $169,110.
What is the salary range for a Physician Assistants in California?
Salaries for Physician Assistants in California range from $99,380 at the 10th percentile to $225,190 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $136,730 and $206,990.
What is the starting salary for a Physician Assistants in California?
Entry-level Physician Assistants positions in California typically start around $99,380 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $136,730 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Physician Assistants in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 13,600 people are employed as Physician Assistants in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Physician Assistants in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Physician Assistants in California is approximately $79.64 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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