Physician Assistant salary in Oregon
Physician Assistants in Oregon earn a median of $71.70 per hour, about $149,130 a year, 12% above the U.S. median of $64.07. The middle half earn between $61.51 and $82.68 per hour. The highest median among Oregon metro areas is in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, at $75.21 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $71.70median pay per hour
- $149,130median pay per year
- 1,930physician assistants employed in Oregon
- #5of 50 states by median pay
Physician Assistant pay in Oregon: percentiles
| Level | Oregon per hour | Oregon per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.00 | $101,920 | $45.79 |
| Lower quartile | $61.51 | $127,940 | $54.70 |
| Median | $71.70 | $149,130 | $64.07 |
| Upper quartile | $82.68 | $171,970 | $77.00 |
| Top 10% | $99.27 | $206,480 | $87.60 |
Physician Assistant pay by metro area in Oregon
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Oregon median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $75.21 | $156,450 | 980 | 5% above | $71.34 |
| Corvallis, OR | $69.69 | $144,960 | 90 | 3% below | $67.00 |
| Bend, OR | $68.54 | $142,570 | 160 | 4% below | $66.15 |
| Medford, OR | $67.62 | $140,650 | 170 | 6% below | $66.66 |
| Albany, OR | $65.98 | $137,240 | 30 | 8% below | — |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $65.02 | $135,240 | 200 | 9% below | $64.02 |
| Salem, OR | $64.25 | $133,630 | 180 | 10% below | $61.99 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $60.97 | $126,810 | 30 | 15% below | $62.37 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Physician Assistant pay in states next to Oregon
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Oregon |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $77.44 | $161,080 | 8% above Oregon |
| Idaho | $62.02 | $129,000 | 14% below Oregon |
| Nevada | $64.16 | $133,450 | 11% below Oregon |
| Washington | $75.47 | $156,990 | 5% above Oregon |
What employers are posting in Oregon
- 4roles with published pay
- $73.51median pay per hour
- $67–$88typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| One Medical | 3 | $73.51 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | 1 | $91.91 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Physician Assistant jobs in Oregon · Physician Assistant salary nationwide · Oregon state guide · Oregon licensing guide
Common questions
How much does a physician assistant make in Oregon?
The median is $71.70 per hour, about $149,130 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $49.00 and the top 10% earn over $99.27 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Oregon city pays physician assistants the most?
Among Oregon metro areas, Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA has the highest median at $75.21 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Oregon rank for physician assistant pay?
Oregon ranks 5th of 50 states by median physician assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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