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Physician Assistant Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

The median physician assistant salary in Raleigh, NC is $123,490 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 6.5% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$123,490
vs State Avg
+$7,561
vs National
$-2,520
Cost of Living
98%

Physician Assistant Salary in Raleigh by Experience

In Raleigh, an entry-level physician assistant earns around $86,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $158,760 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$86,240
$-1,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$123,480
$-2,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$158,760
$-3,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Raleigh, NC

Percentile Raleigh
10th Percentile $82,320
25th Percentile $103,880
Median (50th) $123,490
75th Percentile $147,980
90th Percentile $170,520

Physician Assistant Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Physician Assistant in Raleigh

Education

Most physician assistant positions require a master's degree. Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentPharmacologySurgical AssistingPatient CommunicationEMR SystemsDiagnosis

Job Outlook

Nationally, physician assistant employment is projected to grow 28% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Raleigh may vary based on local industry and population growth.