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Physician Assistant
Genesis Healthcare · Manchester, NH
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Physician Assistant jobs in Manchester, NH
Pay for physician assistants in the Manchester area centers on $64.36 per hour, or about $133,870 a year. The lower quarter earns under $62.42 and the upper quarter over $74.68. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Manchester. That ranks 102nd of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 243rd of 301 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Manchester.
- $64.36median pay per hour, Manchester
- $62–$75typical range per hour
- 310physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Physician Assistant - Orthopedics EMG
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The metro median is 3% below the New Hampshire statewide median of $66.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 310 physician assistants employed in the Manchester-Nashua metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.53).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $53.22 | $110,700 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $62.42 | $129,830 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $64.36 | $133,870 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $74.68 | $155,330 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $79.26 | $164,860 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Manchester ranks
- 102nd of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 243rd 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 Manchester
- Overall prices in Manchester-Nashua run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% above the U.S. average (index 134.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $64.36 median hour buys what $60.91 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 Manchester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,317
- Per year: $115,848
- Per month: $9,654
- New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Manchester-Nashua metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Manchester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,428 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,564 |
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 Manchester
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manchester, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Medical Center Manchester, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Elliot Hospital Manchester, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 Hillsborough County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Hillsborough County (1 geographic, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashua, NH | 16 mi | $64.36/hr | 91,851 |
| Haverhill, MA | 23 mi | $64.90/hr | 68,291 |
| Lawrence, MA | 24 mi | $64.90/hr | 89,332 |
| Lowell, MA | 25 mi | $64.90/hr | 120,418 |
| Peabody, MA | 39 mi | $64.90/hr | 55,418 |
| Medford, MA | 42 mi | $64.90/hr | 59,898 |
Physician Assistant jobs in New Hampshire · Physician Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Hampshire
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Hampshire does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Manchester
Manchester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Manchester, NH?
Physician Assistants in the Manchester-Nashua metro area have a median pay of $64.36 per hour, about $133,870 a year. The middle half earn between $62.42 and $74.68 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Manchester a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Manchester-Nashua ranks 243rd of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 102nd of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physician assistants in Manchester?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Manchester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Manchester.
Do I need a New Hampshire license to work in Manchester as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Manchester in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Hillsborough 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 Manchester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Manchester is $130 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,428 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
- Mass General BrighamDover, NH · 2 postings$74.42/ hr$65–$84
- Genesis HealthcareLaconia, NH · 5 postings$60.00/ hr$54–$66
- Dartmouth Hitchcock ClinicLebanon, NH · 1 wage offer$38.35/ hr$38–$38
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2What they are offering now
Low$54Median$60.50High$84
8 PA postings with published pay in New Hampshire, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 8 PA roles
- Physician AssistantPermanent$112k–$129k/ year
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