Per diemPosted 10 days ago
Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine - Per Diem - Hartford, CT
Hartford HealthCare · Hartford, CT
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Physician Assistant jobs in Hartford, CT
The median physician assistant pay in the Hartford area is $65.81 per hour ($136,880 a year), with the typical range running from $59.95 to $77.80. That ranks 75th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 182nd of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Hartford. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Hartford.
- $65.81median pay per hour, Hartford
- $60–$78typical range per hour
- 1,460physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Physician Assistant roles in Hartford
5 more open roles from employers in Hartford. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Emergency Medicine Nights Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner
Hartford HealthCare · Hartford, CT
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Emergency Medicine Part-Time Nights Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner
Hartford HealthCare · Hartford, CT
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Heart Rhythm Hartford - Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant
Hartford HealthCare · Hartford, CT
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Per diemPosted 28 days ago
Per Diem NICU-Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Connecticut Children's · Hartford, CT
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Physician Assistant pay in Hartford, CT
The metro median is 1% below the Connecticut statewide median of $66.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 1,460 physician assistants employed in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.45).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $48.08 | $100,010 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $59.95 | $124,700 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $65.81 | $136,880 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $77.80 | $161,820 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $79.76 | $165,900 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Hartford ranks
- 75th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 182nd of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Connecticut 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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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Hartford
- Overall prices in Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 110.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $65.81 median hour buys what $64.05 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Hartford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,369
- Per year: $118,458
- Per month: $9,872
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Hartford
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $138 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,526 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,838 |
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 Connecticut
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Hartford as they open.
PermanentPosted today
Physician Assistant-Cardiology
Veterans Health Administration · West Haven, CT
$97k–$128k/ year
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Physician Assistant
Genesis Healthcare · Forestville, CT
$54.00–$60.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Nurse Practitioner-Physician Assistant Sign On Bonus
GoHealth Urgent Care · Southington, CT
$129k–$177k/ year
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Float $13,500 Sign On Bonus
GoHealth Urgent Care · Southington, CT
$117k–$158k/ year
PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Float $13,500 Sign On Bonus
GoHealth Urgent Care · Ellington, CT
$139k–$187k/ year
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
GoHealth Urgent Care · Vernon, CT
$129k–$187k/ year
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Hospitals in Hartford
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Hartford, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Hospital Hartford, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital & Medical Center Hartford, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Connecticut Childrens Medical Center Hartford, CT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Physician Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Britain, CT | 8 mi | $66.56/hr | 75,871 |
| Bristol, CT | 15 mi | $66.56/hr | 62,195 |
| Meriden, CT | 17 mi | $66.56/hr | 60,849 |
| Waterbury, CT | 23 mi | $68.98/hr | 115,908 |
| Springfield, MA | 25 mi | $71.27/hr | 154,888 |
| Chicopee, MA | 29 mi | $71.27/hr | 55,381 |
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License and tax basics in Connecticut
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Hartford, CT?
Physician Assistants in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford metro area have a median pay of $65.81 per hour, about $136,880 a year. The middle half earn between $59.95 and $77.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hartford a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford ranks 182nd of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 75th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Hartford?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Hartford, led by Hartford Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Hartford as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Hartford?
The federal per diem benchmark in Hartford is $138 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,526 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Trinity Health of New England Provider Network Organization, Inc.Hartford, CT · 1 wage offer$62.44/ hr$62–$62
- GoHealth Urgent CareSouthington, CT · 9 postings$73.47/ hr$56–$90
- Stamford HealthStamford, CT · 3 postings$69.49/ hr$63–$76
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Low$61Median$73.47High$90
14 PA postings with published pay in Connecticut, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 PA roles
- Physician Assistant-CardiologyPermanent$97k–$128k/ year
- Physician AssistantPermanent$54.00–$60.00/ hour
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