PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Physician Assistant
Veterans Health Administration · Kansas City, MO
$98k–$186k/ year
Physician Assistant jobs in Springfield, MO
The median physician assistant pay in the Springfield area is $60.61 per hour ($126,070 a year), with the typical range running from $52.88 to $69.76. That ranks 210th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 80th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Springfield. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Springfield.
- $60.61median pay per hour, Springfield
- $53–$70typical range per hour
- 180physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Springfield, MO
The metro median is 9% below the Missouri statewide median of $66.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 180 physician assistants employed in the Springfield metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.78).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $51.36 | $106,830 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $52.88 | $109,990 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $60.61 | $126,070 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $69.76 | $145,100 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $87.19 | $181,360 | 36% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 210th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 80th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 6 Missouri 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 Springfield
- Overall prices in Springfield run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 65.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $60.61 median hour buys what $68.42 buys at the national price level, 7% 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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Estimated weekly gross$2,182
- Per year: $109,098
- Per month: $9,092
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springfield
| 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 Missouri
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Springfield as they open.
PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Shriners Hospitals for Children · St. Louis, MO
$92k–$147k/ year
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Hospitals in Springfield
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Springfield, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox Medical Centers Springfield, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Springfield Springfield, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lakeland Behavioral Health System Springfield, MO | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of Springfield Springfield, MO | 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 Greene County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Greene County (1 population-group, 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin, MO | 67 mi | $73.34/hr | 53,605 |
| Rogers, AR | 77 mi | $63.14/hr | 75,639 |
| Bentonville, AR | 78 mi | $63.14/hr | 61,791 |
| Springdale, AR | 84 mi | $63.14/hr | 89,368 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 91 mi | $63.14/hr | 103,134 |
| Columbia, MO | 132 mi | $62.88/hr | 130,900 |
Physician Assistant jobs in Missouri · Physician Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Springfield
Springfield city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Springfield, MO?
Physician Assistants in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $60.61 per hour, about $126,070 a year. The middle half earn between $52.88 and $69.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 80th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 210th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Springfield?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Springfield, led by Cox Medical Centers. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Springfield as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Springfield in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Greene 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 Springfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield 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.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Saint Francis Medical Partners, LLCCape Girardeau, MO · 1 wage offer$71.92/ hr$72–$72
- The Curators of the University of Missouri/University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia, MO · 1 wage offer$55.29/ hr$55–$55
- 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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