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Physician Assistant jobs in Gaithersburg, MD
Physician Assistants in the Gaithersburg area earn a median of $66.18 per hour, about $137,650 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $61.67 and $81.95. That ranks 67th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 244th of 301 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Gaithersburg and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Gaithersburg.
- $66.18median pay per hour, Washington
- $62–$82typical range per hour
- 2,840physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis Healthcare | 1 | $57.40 |
| One Medical | 1 | $71.61 |
Physician Assistant pay in Gaithersburg, MD
The metro median is 3% above the Maryland statewide median of $64.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 2,840 physician assistants employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria 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% | $44.68 | $92,930 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $61.67 | $128,270 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $66.18 | $137,650 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $81.95 | $170,460 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $94.94 | $197,480 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Gaithersburg ranks
- 67th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 244th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
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 Gaithersburg
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $66.18 median hour buys what $60.78 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
Estimate your Gaithersburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,382
- Per year: $119,124
- Per month: $9,927
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gaithersburg
| 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 the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area, 5 of the 15 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Fairfax, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Washington Hospital Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 Montgomery County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Montgomery County (3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockville, MD | 5 mi | $66.18/hr | 68,417 |
| Washington, DC | 19 mi | $66.18/hr | 702,250 |
| Baltimore, MD | 33 mi | $64.47/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 78 mi | $60.45/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 80 mi | $59.66/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $62.62/hr | 73,176 |
Physician Assistant jobs in Maryland · Physician Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maryland
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maryland taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Gaithersburg
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Gaithersburg, MD?
Physician Assistants in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $66.18 per hour, about $137,650 a year. The middle half earn between $61.67 and $81.95 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gaithersburg a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 244th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 67th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physician assistants in Gaithersburg?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gaithersburg.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Gaithersburg as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Gaithersburg in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Montgomery 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 Gaithersburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg?
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Your PA pay reportGaithersburg, MD · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- University of Maryland Medical SystemBaltimore, MD · 6 postings$68.92/ hr$52–$81
- St. Agnes Healthcare, Inc.Baltimore, MD · 1 wage offer$62.37/ hr$62–$62
- Saluja Medical Associates, P.A.Baltimore, MD · 1 wage offer$59.74/ hr$60–$60
- Genesis HealthcareFrederick, MD · 3 postings$57.69/ hr$55–$60
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$53Median$67.07High$81
13 PA postings with published pay in Maryland, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 PA roles
- Physician AssistantPermanent$54.80–$60.00/ hour
- Physician AssistantPermanent$102k–$133k/ year
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