Healthcare Gillette, WY Pop. 33,403

Physician Assistant Salary in Gillette, Wyoming

The median physician assistant salary in Gillette, WY is $118,449 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 4.4% above the Wyoming state average.

City Median
$118,449
vs State Avg
+$5,040
vs National
$-7,561
Cost of Living
96%

Physician Assistant Salary in Gillette by Experience

In Gillette, an entry-level physician assistant earns around $82,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $152,280 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% 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 Gillette, WY

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

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How to Become a Physician Assistant in Gillette

Education

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