Salary distribution
Where Ohio physician assistants fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $106,060 and $136,240, with a median of $126,760.
Physician Assistants pay by experience level in Ohio
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Ohio over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
Internship/residency
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 5.0 / 5
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Biology
Knowledge
- 4.6 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.6 / 5
Psychology
Knowledge
- 4.5 / 5
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge
- 4.2 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Problem Sensitivity
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Make tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
- 02
Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- 03
Prescribe therapy or medication with physician approval.
- 04
Obtain, compile, and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes, and results of physical examination.
- 05
Examine patients to obtain information about their physical condition.
- 06
Administer or order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
- 07
Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
- 08
Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+20.3%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing much faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
Sponsored
Build the skills employers list for Physician Assistants
Online courses from licensed providers. We may earn a commission when you enroll. The commission does not influence our rankings or wage data.
Explore coursesTop metros in Ohio
Metro-level salary data for physician assistants in major Ohio metropolitan areas.
- Cleveland$131,310
- Columbus$130,730
- Cincinnati$125,260
Compare Physician Assistants pay across nearby states
Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Physician Assistants in Ohio?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Physician Assistants in Ohio is $126,760.
- How does Ohio compare to the national median for Physician Assistants?
- The Ohio median is -6.8% versus the BLS national figure of $136,006.
- What is the salary range for Physician Assistants in Ohio?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $98,280 and the 90th-percentile at $168,600, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Physician Assistants a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 20.3% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Physician Assistants?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.