Average Physician Assistant Salary

$95.09/hour

The average salary for a Physician Assistant in California is $95.09 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $89.58.

Last updated on November 4, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physician Assistant salaries in California compared to National Averages

$95.09/hour

California

6% higher than the US average.

$89.58/hour

United States

What type of Physician Assistants make the most money in California?
SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
General Surgery$83$105
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physician Assistant jobs in California?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Kaiser Permanente$93$112
Insight Global$80$80

Last updated on November 4, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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