Physician Assistants Salary in Washington
Physician Assistants in Washington earn a median of $164,360 a year, +21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $164,360
- vs. U.S. median
- +21% ($135,880)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,540
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $125,580; the top 10% earn over $218,150. Nationally the range is $99,380 to $190,280.
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Physician Assistants pay in Washington
How much do physician assistants make in Washington?
The median is $164,360 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $125,580 and the top 10% earn over $218,150. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for physician assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+21% vs. the national median of $135,880). Living costs are not included.