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Physician Assistant (Primary Care)-Orange Team
Veterans Health Administration · Boise, ID
$104k–$168k/ year
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Physician Assistant jobs in Idaho Falls, ID
The median physician assistant pay in the Idaho Falls area is $59.79 per hour ($124,360 a year), with the typical range running from $51.27 to $62.10. That ranks 230th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 198th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Idaho Falls. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Idaho Falls.
- $59.79median pay per hour, Idaho Falls
- $51–$62typical range per hour
- 150physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Idaho Falls, ID
The metro median is 4% below the Idaho statewide median of $62.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 150 physician assistants employed in the Idaho Falls metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.00 | $62,400 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.27 | $106,640 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $59.79 | $124,360 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $62.10 | $129,170 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $73.30 | $152,460 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Idaho Falls ranks
- 230th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 198th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Idaho 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 Idaho Falls
- Overall prices in Idaho Falls run 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $59.79 median hour buys what $63.33 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,152
- Per year: $107,622
- Per month: $8,968
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Idaho Falls metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Idaho Falls
| 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).
Open Physician Assistant roles in Idaho
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Hospitals in Idaho Falls
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Idaho Falls, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls Community Hospital, Llc Idaho Falls, ID | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Idaho Falls, ID | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mountain View Hospital Idaho Falls, ID | Acute care | Other | 3 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 Bonneville County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Bonneville County (1 geographic, 1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pocatello, ID | 48 mi | $58.42/hr | 58,231 |
| Logan, UT | 121 mi | $59.76/hr | 56,770 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 138 mi | $62.58/hr | 55,589 |
| Ogden, UT | 156 mi | $65.31/hr | 88,656 |
| Bozeman, MT | 159 mi | $65.58/hr | 57,894 |
| Layton, UT | 167 mi | $65.31/hr | 84,348 |
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License and tax basics in Idaho
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Idaho Falls
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Idaho Falls, ID?
Physician Assistants in the Idaho Falls metro area have a median pay of $59.79 per hour, about $124,360 a year. The middle half earn between $51.27 and $62.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Idaho Falls a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Idaho Falls ranks 198th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 230th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Idaho Falls?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Idaho Falls, led by Idaho Falls Community Hospital, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Idaho Falls as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Idaho Falls in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Bonneville 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 Idaho Falls?
The federal per diem benchmark in Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationBoise, ID · 2 postings$65.27/ hr$50–$81
- 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
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Low$49Median$70.67High$89
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3Open now: 2 PA roles
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