Healthcare Wisconsin (WI) Rank #26 of 50

Physician Assistant Salary in Wisconsin

The median physician assistant salary in Wisconsin is $118,449 per year, which is 6% below the national median of $126,010.

Median Salary
$118,449
vs National
$-7,561
State Rank
#26 of 50
Cost of Living
92%

Physician Assistant Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, an entry-level physician assistant earns around $82,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $152,280 per year. The cost of living index in Wisconsin is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$82,720
$-5,280 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$118,440
$-7,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$152,280
$-9,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wisconsin

Percentile WI Salary
10th Percentile $78,960
25th Percentile $99,640
Median (50th) $118,449
75th Percentile $141,940
90th Percentile $163,560

Major Cities for Physician Assistants in Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for physician assistants in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Milwaukee, WI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Madison, WI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Green Bay, WI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Kenosha, WI
Metro area for physician assistant employment
Racine, WI
Metro area for physician assistant employment

How to Become a Physician Assistant in Wisconsin

Education

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

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentPharmacologySurgical AssistingPatient CommunicationEMR SystemsDiagnosis

Job Outlook in Wisconsin

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