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Physician Assistant jobs in Athens, GA
The median physician assistant pay in the Athens area is $62.36 per hour ($129,710 a year), with the typical range running from $53.81 to $66.66. That ranks 162nd of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 110th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Athens. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Athens.
- $62.36median pay per hour, Athens
- $54–$67typical range per hour
- 140physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Athens, GA
The metro median is 18% above the Georgia statewide median of $52.88 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 140 physician assistants employed in the Athens-Clarke County metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.42).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $44.79 | $93,160 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $53.81 | $111,920 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $62.36 | $129,710 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.66 | $138,650 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $74.39 | $154,730 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Athens ranks
- 162nd of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 110th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 10 Georgia 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 Athens
- Overall prices in Athens-Clarke County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $62.36 median hour buys what $66.81 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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Estimated weekly gross$2,245
- Per year: $112,248
- Per month: $9,354
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Athens-Clarke County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Athens
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $136 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,470 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,110 |
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 Georgia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Athens as they open.
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Hospitals in Athens
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St Mary's Hospital Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 Clarke County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Clarke County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Creek, GA | 48 mi | $51.87/hr | 81,167 |
| Stonecrest, GA | 48 mi | $51.87/hr | 61,015 |
| Alpharetta, GA | 52 mi | $51.87/hr | 67,275 |
| Dunwoody, GA | 54 mi | $51.87/hr | 51,795 |
| Brookhaven, GA | 56 mi | $51.87/hr | 59,370 |
| Roswell, GA | 57 mi | $51.87/hr | 92,227 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Athens
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Athens, GA?
Physician Assistants in the Athens-Clarke County metro area have a median pay of $62.36 per hour, about $129,710 a year. The middle half earn between $53.81 and $66.66 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Athens a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Athens-Clarke County ranks 110th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 162nd of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Athens?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens, led by Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Athens as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Athens in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Clarke 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 Athens?
The federal per diem benchmark in Athens is $136 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,470 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your PA pay reportAthens, GA · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Piedmont Medical Care CorporationStockbridge, GA · 1 wage offer$112.98/ hr$113–$113
- Northside Hospital, Inc.Lawrenceville, GA · 1 wage offer$72.12/ hr$72–$72
- Lifeline Medical Center LLCNorcross, GA · 1 wage offer$61.80/ hr$62–$62
- Piedmont Medical Care CorporationAtlanta, GA · 1 wage offer$52.88/ hr$53–$53
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$55Median$66.96High$103
4 employer-reported wage offers for PA in federal filings in Georgia, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 PA roles
- Physician AssistantPermanent$90k–$116k/ year
- Physician AssistantPermanent$95k–$123k/ year
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