Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $142,410 | $140,258 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $68.47 | $67.43 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $134,603.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts is $142,410, or about $68.47 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Massachusetts is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,470 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $142,410, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.