Healthcare North Dakota (ND) Rank #38 of 50

Physician Assistant Salary in North Dakota

The median physician assistant salary in North Dakota 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
#38 of 50
Cost of Living
90%

Physician Assistant Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, 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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota

Percentile ND 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 North Dakota

The largest employment areas for physician assistants in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Fargo, ND
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Bismarck, ND
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Grand Forks, ND
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Minot, ND
Metro area for physician assistant employment
West Fargo, ND
Metro area for physician assistant employment

How to Become a Physician Assistant in North Dakota

Education

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

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentPharmacologySurgical AssistingPatient CommunicationEMR SystemsDiagnosis

Job Outlook in North Dakota

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