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Physician Assistant jobs in Gastonia, NC
Pay for physician assistants in the Gastonia area centers on $63.52 per hour, or about $132,110 a year. The lower quarter earns under $56.05 and the upper quarter over $66.38. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Gastonia. That ranks 119th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 152nd of 301 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Gastonia.
- $63.52median pay per hour, Charlotte
- $56–$66typical range per hour
- 2,500physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 3% above the North Carolina statewide median of $61.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 2,500 physician assistants employed in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $48.74 | $101,380 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $56.05 | $116,580 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $63.52 | $132,110 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.38 | $138,070 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $78.57 | $163,430 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Gastonia ranks
- 119th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 152nd of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 13 North Carolina 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 Gastonia
- Overall prices in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $63.52 median hour buys what $65.25 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.
Estimate your Gastonia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,287
- Per year: $114,336
- Per month: $9,528
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gastonia
| 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 Gastonia
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gastonia, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caromont Regional Medical Center Gastonia, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 Gaston County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Gaston County (1 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 20 mi | $63.52/hr | 943,476 |
| Huntersville, NC | 21 mi | $63.52/hr | 67,087 |
| Greenville, SC | 72 mi | $51.47/hr | 74,371 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 79 mi | $63.26/hr | 255,769 |
| Asheville, NC | 80 mi | $62.31/hr | 94,992 |
| High Point, NC | 84 mi | $61.61/hr | 118,601 |
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License and tax basics in North Carolina
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina 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 Gastonia, NC?
Physician Assistants in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area have a median pay of $63.52 per hour, about $132,110 a year. The middle half earn between $56.05 and $66.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gastonia a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia ranks 152nd of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 119th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physician assistants in Gastonia?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gastonia.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Gastonia as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Gastonia in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Gaston 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 Gastonia?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gastonia 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
- Duke University Health SystemMorrisville, NC · 1 wage offer$63.75/ hr$64–$64
- BrightSpring Health ServicesKINSTON, NC · 2 postings$46.39/ hr$32–$58
- 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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Low$37Median$52.88High$82
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- Physician Assistant (Podiatry)Permanent$115k–$196k/ year
- Physician AssistantPermanent$112k–$145k/ year
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