Physician Assistant jobs in Conway, AR
The median physician assistant pay in the Conway area is $20.32 per hour ($42,260 a year), with the typical range running from $15.85 to $51.73. That ranks 329th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 301st of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Conway. The free report below lists employers near Conway and what they pay.
- $20.32median pay per hour, Little Rock
- $16–$52typical range per hour
- 560physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Conway, AR
The metro median is 59% below the Arkansas statewide median of $49.78 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 560 physician assistants employed in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.58).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.85 | $32,970 | 75% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.85 | $32,970 | 75% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.32 | $42,260 | 68% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.73 | $107,600 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $66.28 | $137,860 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Conway ranks
- 329th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 301st of 301 after adjusting for local prices
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 Conway
- Overall prices in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.32 median hour buys what $22.74 buys at the national price level, 65% below 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: $36,576
- Per month: $3,048
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Conway
| 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).
Hospitals in Conway
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Conway, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Behavioral Health Conway, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Faulkner County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Faulkner County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock, AR | 24 mi | $20.32/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 25 mi | $20.32/hr | 204,774 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 109 mi | $49.78/hr | 90,507 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 113 mi | $49.78/hr | 82,384 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 118 mi | $63.14/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 122 mi | $63.14/hr | 89,368 |
Physician Assistant jobs in Arkansas · Physician Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arkansas
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Conway
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Conway, AR?
Physician Assistants in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area have a median pay of $20.32 per hour, about $42,260 a year. The middle half earn between $15.85 and $51.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Conway a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ranks 301st of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 329th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Conway?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Conway, led by Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Conway as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Conway in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Faulkner 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 Conway?
The federal per diem benchmark in Conway 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.
Does Valorem Health place physician assistants in Conway?
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- 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
- Sharp HealthCareLa Mesa, CA · 3 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
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