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Physician Assistant I
Kaiser Permanente · Manteca, CA
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Physician Assistant jobs in Manteca, CA
The median physician assistant pay in the Manteca area is $66.56 per hour ($138,440 a year), with the typical range running from $63.00 to $81.57. That ranks 63rd of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 196th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Manteca. The free report below lists employers near Manteca and what they pay.
- $66.56median pay per hour, Stockton
- $63–$82typical range per hour
- 130physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Physician Assistant pay in Manteca, CA
The metro median is 14% below the California statewide median of $77.44 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 130 physician assistants employed in the Stockton-Lodi metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.45).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.09 | $83,390 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $63.00 | $131,040 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $66.56 | $138,440 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $81.57 | $169,670 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $98.48 | $204,840 | 54% above U.S. median |
How Manteca ranks
- 63rd of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 196th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 21st of 21 California 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.
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- Overall prices in Stockton-Lodi run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $66.56 median hour buys what $63.34 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
Estimate your Manteca paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,396
- Per year: $119,808
- Per month: $9,984
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Stockton-Lodi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Manteca
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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. 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).
Open Physician Assistant roles in California
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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Full time) Lakewood, CA
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Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Sign-On Bonus Available - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
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$165k–$197k/ year
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Hospitals in Manteca
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manteca, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca Manteca, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Of Manteca Manteca, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in San Joaquin County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include San Joaquin County (2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracy, CA | 13 mi | $66.56/hr | 100,136 |
| Stockton, CA | 14 mi | $66.56/hr | 324,975 |
| Modesto, CA | 16 mi | $85.83/hr | 220,592 |
| Turlock, CA | 28 mi | $85.83/hr | 72,888 |
| Brentwood, CA | 28 mi | $80.33/hr | 66,286 |
| Livermore, CA | 30 mi | $80.33/hr | 84,867 |
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License and tax basics in California
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Manteca, CA?
Physician Assistants in the Stockton-Lodi metro area have a median pay of $66.56 per hour, about $138,440 a year. The middle half earn between $63.00 and $81.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Manteca a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Stockton-Lodi ranks 196th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 63rd of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Manteca?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manteca, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Manteca as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Manteca in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include San Joaquin 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 Manteca?
The federal per diem benchmark in Manteca is $132 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your PA pay reportManteca, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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 · 2 postings$96.72/ hr$80–$114
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Low$71Median$86.92High$108
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- Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Full time) Lakewood, CAPermanent$131k–$160k/ year
- Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Sign-On Bonus Available - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remoteRemote$165k–$197k/ year
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