PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant
BrightSpring Health Services · Indianapolis, IN
$100k–$120k/ year
Physician Assistant jobs in Kokomo, IN
Physician Assistants in Indiana earn a median of $63.56 per hour, about $132,200 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $58.73 and $79.57. That is 1% below the U.S. median of $64.07 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo. The free report below lists employers near Kokomo and what they pay.
- $63.56median pay per hour, Indiana
- $59–$80typical range per hour
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Kokomo, IN
Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 2,150 physician assistants employed in Indiana.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $50.48 | $105,000 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $58.73 | $122,160 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $63.56 | $132,200 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $79.57 | $165,510 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $97.49 | $202,780 | 52% above U.S. median |
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 Kokomo
- Overall prices in Kokomo run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 59.3).
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$2,288
- Per year: $114,408
- Per month: $9,534
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Indiana. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kokomo
| 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).
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Hospitals in Kokomo
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent Kokomo Kokomo, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Howard Regional Health Inc. Kokomo, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 Howard County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Howard County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield, IN | 30 mi | $62.95/hr | 62,994 |
| Noblesville, IN | 30 mi | $62.95/hr | 75,239 |
| Carmel, IN | 34 mi | $62.95/hr | 103,606 |
| Anderson, IN | 35 mi | $62.95/hr | 55,851 |
| Fishers, IN | 36 mi | $62.95/hr | 103,986 |
| Lafayette, IN | 39 mi | $63.85/hr | 71,757 |
Physician Assistant jobs in Indiana · Physician Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Kokomo
Kokomo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Kokomo, IN?
Physician Assistants in Indiana have a median pay of $63.56 per hour, about $132,200 a year. The middle half earn between $58.73 and $79.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do physician assistants work in Kokomo?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo, led by Ascension St Vincent Kokomo. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Kokomo as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kokomo in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Howard 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 Kokomo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kokomo 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 Kokomo?
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Your PA pay reportKokomo, IN · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- IU Health Care AssociatesIndianapolis, IN · 1 wage offer$111.00/ hr$111–$111
- Indiana University IndianapolisIndianapolis, IN · 1 wage offer$111.00/ hr$111–$111
- Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Physicians, Inc.Muncie, IN · 1 wage offer$82.69/ hr$83–$83
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$83Median$111.00High$111
3 employer-reported wage offers for PA in federal filings in Indiana, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 PA roles
- Nurse Practitioner - Physician AssistantPermanent$100k–$120k/ year
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