Physician Assistant jobs in Kenner, LA
Pay for physician assistants in the Kenner area centers on $60.81 per hour, or about $126,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $48.78 and the upper quarter over $68.83. That ranks 205th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 147th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Kenner. The free report below lists employers near Kenner and what they pay.
- $60.81median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $49–$69typical range per hour
- 730physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Kenner, 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 730 physician assistants employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.65).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.36 | $42,350 | 68% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $48.78 | $101,460 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $60.81 | $126,480 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $68.83 | $143,170 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $81.23 | $168,960 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Kenner ranks
- 205th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 147th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Kenner
- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $60.81 median hour buys what $65.67 buys at the national price level, 2% 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: $109,458
- Per month: $9,122
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kenner
| 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 Kenner
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Kenner, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner Kenner, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Greater New Orleans Kenner, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of New Orleans Kenner, 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 Jefferson Parish
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Jefferson Parish (2 geographic, 2 population-group, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 19 mi | $60.81/hr | 362,701 |
| Gulfport, MS | 76 mi | $50.27/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 136 mi | $49.72/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 159 mi | $38.46/hr | 141,449 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 177 mi | $62.31/hr | 81,157 |
| Pensacola, FL | 185 mi | $58.91/hr | 53,898 |
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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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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Kenner, LA?
Physician Assistants in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $60.81 per hour, about $126,480 a year. The middle half earn between $48.78 and $68.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kenner a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 147th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 205th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Kenner?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Kenner, led by Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in Kenner 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 Kenner in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Jefferson 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 Kenner?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kenner 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 Kenner?
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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
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$100.70/ hr$86–$108
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