Physician Assistant jobs in Prescott Valley, AZ
Physician Assistants in the Prescott Valley area earn a median of $63.52 per hour, about $132,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $58.55 and $78.09. That ranks 121st of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 169th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Prescott Valley and what they pay.
- $63.52median pay per hour, Prescott Valley
- $59–$78typical range per hour
- 80physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Prescott Valley, AZ
The metro median is 2% below the Arizona statewide median of $65.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 80 physician assistants employed in the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $50.00 | $104,000 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $58.55 | $121,780 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $63.52 | $132,120 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $78.09 | $162,430 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $95.84 | $199,350 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Prescott Valley ranks
- 121st of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 169th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 6 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Physician Assistants (SOC 29-1071), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Prescott Valley
- Overall prices in Prescott Valley-Prescott run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $63.52 median hour buys what $64.65 buys at the national price level, 1% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $114,336
- Per month: $9,528
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Prescott Valley
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel physician assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Primary care shortage areas in Yavapai County
HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Yavapai County (6 geographic, 1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Physician Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, AZ | 56 mi | $64.41/hr | 199,924 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 57 mi | $67.73/hr | 77,539 |
| Surprise, AZ | 65 mi | $64.41/hr | 167,564 |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 68 mi | $64.41/hr | 246,170 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 72 mi | $64.41/hr | 1,673,164 |
| Glendale, AZ | 74 mi | $64.41/hr | 258,143 |
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License and tax basics in Arizona
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Prescott Valley, AZ?
Physician Assistants in the Prescott Valley-Prescott metro area have a median pay of $63.52 per hour, about $132,120 a year. The middle half earn between $58.55 and $78.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Prescott Valley a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Prescott Valley-Prescott ranks 169th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 121st of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Prescott Valley as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Prescott Valley in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Yavapai County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Prescott Valley?
The federal per diem benchmark in Prescott Valley is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- Canyon Pain and Spine PLLCGoodyear, AZ · 1 wage offer$61.49/ hr$61–$61
- Stanford Children's HealthPALO ALTO, CA · 4 postings$104.30/ hr$94–$115
- Valley Children's HealthcareMadera, CA · 3 postings$103.69/ hr$75–$123
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$100.70/ hr$86–$108
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