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Physician Assistant jobs in Augusta, GA
Physician Assistants in the Augusta area earn a median of $50.55 per hour, about $105,150 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.40 and $67.04. That ranks 316th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 290th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Augusta. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Augusta.
- $50.55median pay per hour, Augusta
- $29–$67typical range per hour
- 330physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Augusta, GA
The metro median is 4% below the Georgia statewide median of $52.88 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 330 physician assistants employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.43).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.06 | $54,200 | 59% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.40 | $61,150 | 54% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.55 | $105,150 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $67.04 | $139,440 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $89.29 | $185,720 | 39% above U.S. median |
How Augusta ranks
- 316th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 290th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th 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 Augusta
- Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.55 median hour buys what $55.00 buys at the national price level, 14% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,820
- Per year: $90,990
- Per month: $7,582
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Augusta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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
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Hospitals in Augusta
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Va Medical Center Augusta, GA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Augusta Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col Augusta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| East Central Regional Hospital Augusta, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Richmond County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Richmond County (1 population-group, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | 82 mi | $57.51/hr | 144,788 |
| Athens, GA | 85 mi | $62.36/hr | 128,691 |
| Macon, GA | 101 mi | $58.73/hr | 157,056 |
| Greenville, SC | 103 mi | $51.47/hr | 74,371 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 106 mi | $52.88/hr | 86,199 |
| Savannah, GA | 106 mi | $53.66/hr | 148,808 |
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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 Augusta
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Augusta, GA?
Physician Assistants in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $50.55 per hour, about $105,150 a year. The middle half earn between $29.40 and $67.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Augusta a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Augusta-Richmond County ranks 290th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 316th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Augusta?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, led by Augusta Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta 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 Augusta in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Richmond 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 Augusta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your PA pay reportAugusta, 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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