Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $134,650 | $140,258 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.74 | $67.43 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $133,714.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Arizona is $134,650, or about $64.74 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Arizona is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Arizona typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,750 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $134,650, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.