Physician Assistant jobs in Bossier City, LA
Physician Assistants in the Bossier City area earn a median of $61.10 per hour, about $127,090 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $53.49 and $71.02. That ranks 197th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 24th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bossier City. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bossier City.
- $61.10median pay per hour, Shreveport
- $53–$71typical range per hour
- 140physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 85cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Bossier City, LA
The metro median is 2% below the Louisiana statewide median of $62.31 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 140 physician assistants employed in the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $51.68 | $107,490 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $53.49 | $111,260 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $61.10 | $127,090 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $71.02 | $147,720 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $77.39 | $160,970 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Bossier City ranks
- 197th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 24th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Louisiana 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 Bossier City
- Overall prices in Shreveport-Bossier City run 15% below the U.S. average (index 84.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% below the U.S. average (index 52.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $61.10 median hour buys what $72.08 buys at the national price level, 13% 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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- Per year: $109,980
- Per month: $9,165
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bossier City
| 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).
Hospitals in Bossier City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bossier City. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red River Behavioral Center, Llc Bossier City, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 Bossier Parish
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Bossier Parish (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport, LA | 9 mi | $61.10/hr | 176,578 |
| Longview, TX | 64 mi | $58.23/hr | 83,668 |
| Tyler, TX | 97 mi | $61.72/hr | 112,219 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 163 mi | $62.31/hr | 81,157 |
| Rockwall, TX | 164 mi | $63.16/hr | 53,547 |
| Little Rock, AR | 169 mi | $20.32/hr | 204,774 |
Physician Assistant jobs in Louisiana · Physician Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Other healthcare roles in Bossier City
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Bossier City, LA?
Physician Assistants in the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area have a median pay of $61.10 per hour, about $127,090 a year. The middle half earn between $53.49 and $71.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bossier City a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Shreveport-Bossier City ranks 24th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 197th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 15% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Bossier City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bossier City, led by Red River Behavioral Center, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in Bossier City as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Bossier City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Bossier Parish. 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 Bossier City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bossier City 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 Bossier City?
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- Ochsner Clinic FoundationLuling, LA · 1 wage offer$53.94/ hr$54–$54
- 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
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