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Physician Assistants Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Physician Assistants make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$131,950
Median Annual Salary
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+7.3% vs 2024
$131,880
Mean Salary
$131,950
Median Salary
$63.44
Hourly Rate
3,790 people work as Physician Assistants in Illinois
Physician Assistants salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Physician Assistants in Illinois earn a median salary of $131,950 per year ($10,995/month).
This is 3.0% below the national average of $136,050.
Illinois ranks #36 out of 51 states for Physician Assistants pay.
Approximately 3,790 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 7.3% 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 Illinois range from $105,160 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $162,330 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $122,780 and $145,600.
How much do Physician Assistants make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Physician Assistants in Illinois is $131,950 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $131,880.
What is the salary range for a Physician Assistants in Illinois?
Salaries for Physician Assistants in Illinois range from $105,160 at the 10th percentile to $162,330 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $122,780 and $145,600.
What is the starting salary for a Physician Assistants in Illinois?
Entry-level Physician Assistants positions in Illinois typically start around $105,160 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $122,780 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Physician Assistants in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,790 people are employed as Physician Assistants in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Physician Assistants in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Physician Assistants in Illinois is approximately $63.44 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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