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Physician Assistants Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Physician Assistants make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$142,410
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.1% vs 2024
$146,480
Mean Salary
$142,410
Median Salary
$68.47
Hourly Rate
4,470 people work as Physician Assistants in Massachusetts
Physician Assistants salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Physician Assistants in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $142,410 per year ($11,867/month).
This is 4.7% above the national average of $136,050.
Massachusetts ranks #10 out of 51 states for Physician Assistants pay.
Approximately 4,470 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 3.1% 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)
Salary Range: Physician Assistants in Massachusetts
Salaries for Physician Assistants in Massachusetts range from $65,220 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $204,140 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $128,020 and $169,980.
How much do Physician Assistants make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Physician Assistants in Massachusetts is $142,410 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $146,480.
What is the salary range for a Physician Assistants in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Physician Assistants in Massachusetts range from $65,220 at the 10th percentile to $204,140 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $128,020 and $169,980.
What is the starting salary for a Physician Assistants in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Physician Assistants positions in Massachusetts typically start around $65,220 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $128,020 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Physician Assistants in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,470 people are employed as Physician Assistants in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Physician Assistants in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Physician Assistants in Massachusetts is approximately $68.47 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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