Physician Assistant jobs in Bozeman, MT
The median physician assistant pay in the Bozeman area is $65.58 per hour ($136,400 a year), with the typical range running from $61.08 to $70.49. That ranks 79th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 186th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bozeman. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bozeman.
- $65.58median pay per hour, Bozeman
- $61–$70typical range per hour
- 90physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Bozeman, MT
The metro median is 3% above the Montana statewide median of $63.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 90 physician assistants employed in the Bozeman metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $52.00 | $108,160 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $61.08 | $127,050 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $65.58 | $136,400 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $70.49 | $146,620 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $74.88 | $155,750 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Bozeman ranks
- 79th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 186th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Montana 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 Bozeman
- Overall prices in Bozeman run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% above the U.S. average (index 139.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $65.58 median hour buys what $63.97 buys at the national price level, in line with 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: $118,044
- Per month: $9,837
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bozeman metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bozeman
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $221 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,107 |
| 13-week assignment | $27,391 |
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. 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 Bozeman
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bozeman, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital Bozeman, MT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Physician Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | 121 mi | $65.69/hr | 121,483 |
| Great Falls, MT | 126 mi | $58.69/hr | 60,013 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 159 mi | $59.79/hr | 69,523 |
| Missoula, MT | 164 mi | $60.70/hr | 78,204 |
| Pocatello, ID | 206 mi | $58.42/hr | 58,231 |
| Boise City, ID | 292 mi | $62.31/hr | 237,963 |
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License and tax basics in Montana
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Montana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Bozeman, MT?
Physician Assistants in the Bozeman metro area have a median pay of $65.58 per hour, about $136,400 a year. The middle half earn between $61.08 and $70.49 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bozeman a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Bozeman ranks 186th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 79th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Bozeman?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bozeman, led by Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Bozeman as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Bozeman?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bozeman is $221 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,107 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- 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
- Sharp HealthCareLa Mesa, CA · 3 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
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