Healthcare Portland, OR Pop. 652,503

Physician Assistant Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median physician assistant salary in Portland, OR is $151,212 per year, which is 20.0% above the national median and 7.1% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$151,212
vs State Avg
+$10,081
vs National
+$25,202
Cost of Living
118%

Physician Assistant Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level physician assistant earns around $105,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $194,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$105,600
+$17,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$151,200
+$25,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$194,400
+$32,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $100,800
25th Percentile $127,200
Median (50th) $151,212
75th Percentile $181,200
90th Percentile $208,800

Physician Assistant Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Physician Assistant in Portland

Education

Most physician assistant positions require a master's degree. Portland and the surrounding Oregon 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 Portland may vary based on local industry and population growth.