Healthcare Hawaii (HI) Rank #1 of 50

Physician Assistant Salary in Hawaii

The median physician assistant salary in Hawaii is $224,298 per year, which is 78.0% above the national median of $126,010.

Median Salary
$224,298
vs National
+$98,288
State Rank
#1 of 50
Cost of Living
170%

Physician Assistant Salary in Hawaii by Experience

In Hawaii, an entry-level physician assistant earns around $156,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $288,360 per year. The cost of living index in Hawaii is 170% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$156,640
+$68,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$224,280
+$98,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$288,360
+$126,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hawaii

Percentile HI Salary
10th Percentile $149,520
25th Percentile $188,680
Median (50th) $224,298
75th Percentile $268,780
90th Percentile $309,720

Major Cities for Physician Assistants in Hawaii

The largest employment areas for physician assistants in Hawaii include Honolulu, Pearl City, Hilo, and Kailua. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Honolulu, HI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Pearl City, HI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Hilo, HI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Kailua, HI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Waipahu, HI
Metro area for physician assistant employment

How to Become a Physician Assistant in Hawaii

Education

Most physician assistant positions require a master's degree. Hawaii has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentPharmacologySurgical AssistingPatient CommunicationEMR SystemsDiagnosis

Job Outlook in Hawaii

Nationally, physician assistant employment is projected to grow 28% over the next decade (much faster than average). Hawaii's demand may vary based on local industry trends.