Healthcare Nebraska (NE) Rank #37 of 50

Physician Assistant Salary in Nebraska

The median physician assistant salary in Nebraska is $113,409 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $126,010.

Median Salary
$113,409
vs National
$-12,601
State Rank
#37 of 50
Cost of Living
90%

Physician Assistant Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level physician assistant earns around $79,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,800 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$79,200
$-8,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$113,400
$-12,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$145,800
$-16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile NE Salary
10th Percentile $75,600
25th Percentile $95,400
Median (50th) $113,409
75th Percentile $135,900
90th Percentile $156,600

Major Cities for Physician Assistants in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for physician assistants in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Omaha, NE
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Lincoln, NE
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Bellevue, NE
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Grand Island, NE
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Kearney, NE
Metro area for physician assistant employment

How to Become a Physician Assistant in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentPharmacologySurgical AssistingPatient CommunicationEMR SystemsDiagnosis

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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