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Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Aldrich Street Mueller) - Sign-On Bonus Available, 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
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Physician Assistant jobs in Longview, TX
Physician Assistants in the Longview area earn a median of $58.23 per hour, about $121,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $58.20 and $66.90. That ranks 266th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 159th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Longview. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Longview.
- $58.23median pay per hour, Longview
- $58–$67typical range per hour
- 100physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in Longview, TX
The metro median is 9% below the Texas statewide median of $63.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 100 physician assistants employed in the Longview metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $46.77 | $97,280 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $58.20 | $121,060 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $58.23 | $121,120 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.90 | $139,150 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $73.84 | $153,590 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Longview ranks
- 266th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 159th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 17th of 21 Texas 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 Longview
- Overall prices in Longview run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 33% below the U.S. average (index 66.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $58.23 median hour buys what $65.07 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,096
- Per year: $104,814
- Per month: $8,734
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Longview metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Longview
| 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).
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Hospitals in Longview
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Longview, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center Longview, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Longview Regional Medical Center Longview, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Longview Longview, TX | 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 Gregg County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Gregg County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler, TX | 35 mi | $61.72/hr | 112,219 |
| Shreveport, LA | 57 mi | $61.10/hr | 176,578 |
| Bossier City, LA | 64 mi | $61.10/hr | 63,218 |
| Rockwall, TX | 101 mi | $63.16/hr | 53,547 |
| Mesquite, TX | 107 mi | $63.16/hr | 150,140 |
| Rowlett, TX | 107 mi | $63.16/hr | 68,123 |
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License and tax basics in Texas
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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 Longview
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Longview, TX?
Physician Assistants in the Longview metro area have a median pay of $58.23 per hour, about $121,120 a year. The middle half earn between $58.20 and $66.90 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Longview a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Longview ranks 159th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 266th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Longview?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Longview, led by Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Longview as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Longview in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Gregg 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 Longview?
The federal per diem benchmark in Longview 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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- One MedicalAustin, TX · 4 postings$67.88/ hr$62–$74
- Baylor St. Luke's Medical GroupThe Woodlands, TX · 1 wage offer$62.66/ hr$63–$63
- 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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