Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $135,140 | $140,258 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.97 | $67.43 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $122,966.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in District of Columbia is $135,140, or about $64.97 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. District of Columbia is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 470 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $135,140, District of Columbia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.