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Physician Assistant jobs in Wake Forest, NC
Physician Assistants in the Wake Forest area earn a median of $60.44 per hour, about $125,710 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $52.94 and $68.47. That ranks 217th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 234th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in the Wake Forest metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Wake Forest.
- $60.44median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $53–$68typical range per hour
- 1,300physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Wake Forest, NC
The metro median is 2% below the North Carolina statewide median of $61.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 1,300 physician assistants employed in the Raleigh-Cary metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $42.79 | $89,000 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $52.94 | $110,120 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $60.44 | $125,710 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $68.47 | $142,420 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $76.26 | $158,620 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Wake Forest ranks
- 217th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 234th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th 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 Wake Forest
- Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $60.44 median hour buys what $61.57 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,176
- Per year: $108,792
- Per month: $9,066
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wake Forest
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,435 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,655 |
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).
Open Physician Assistant roles in North Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Wake Forest as they open.
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Hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rex Hospital Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital Cary, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holly Hill Mental Health Services Raleigh, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health Garner, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Triangle Springs Raleigh, NC | 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 Wake County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Wake County (2 population-group, 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | 12 mi | $60.44/hr | 499,825 |
| Cary, NC | 21 mi | $60.44/hr | 182,659 |
| Durham, NC | 22 mi | $60.20/hr | 301,870 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 30 mi | $60.20/hr | 64,028 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 39 mi | $54.30/hr | 54,541 |
| Burlington, NC | 54 mi | $52.52/hr | 61,365 |
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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 Wake Forest, NC?
Physician Assistants in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $60.44 per hour, about $125,710 a year. The middle half earn between $52.94 and $68.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wake Forest a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 234th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 217th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Wake Forest?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Raleigh-Cary area, led by Rex Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Wake 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 Wake Forest?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wake Forest is $131 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,435 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
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