Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $129,360 | $140,258 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $62.19 | $67.43 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $137,179.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in North Carolina is $129,360, or about $62.19 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. North Carolina is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,490 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $129,360, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.