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Physician Assistants Salary Guide for North Carolina

physician assistants working in North Carolina earn an average of $119,830.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
7,150
Annual Mean Salary
$119,830.00
Hourly Rate
$57.61
Estimated Monthly*
$9,217.60
*Based on 40-hour work week

North Carolina vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares North Carolina's physician assistants salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if North Carolina offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While North Carolina shows an upward salary trend for physician assistants, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for physician assistants can vary significantly within North Carolina. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Winston-Salem

Annual Mean Salary
$126,950.00
Hourly Rate
$61.03
Employment
660 professionals
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Raleigh

Annual Mean Salary
$124,900.00
Hourly Rate
$60.05
Employment
1,010 professionals
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Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia

Annual Mean Salary
$121,140.00
Hourly Rate
$58.24
Employment
1,820 professionals
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Greensboro-High Point

Annual Mean Salary
$120,960.00
Hourly Rate
$58.16
Employment
500 professionals
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Fayetteville

Annual Mean Salary
$118,510.00
Hourly Rate
$56.98
Employment
240 professionals
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Jacksonville

Annual Mean Salary
$118,030.00
Hourly Rate
$56.75
Employment
60 professionals
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Durham-Chapel Hill

Annual Mean Salary
$117,850.00
Hourly Rate
$56.66
Employment
860 professionals
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Rocky Mount

Annual Mean Salary
$117,430.00
Hourly Rate
$56.46
Employment
40 professionals
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Asheville

Annual Mean Salary
$117,320.00
Hourly Rate
$56.41
Employment
400 professionals
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Burlington

Annual Mean Salary
$114,880.00
Hourly Rate
$55.23
Employment
70 professionals
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Wilmington

Annual Mean Salary
$114,810.00
Hourly Rate
$55.20
Employment
230 professionals
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Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton

Annual Mean Salary
$114,550.00
Hourly Rate
$55.07
Employment
190 professionals
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Greenville

Annual Mean Salary
$114,270.00
Hourly Rate
$54.94
Employment
90 professionals
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Piedmont North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$113,750.00
Hourly Rate
$54.69
Employment
380 professionals
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Mountain North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$111,060.00
Hourly Rate
$53.39
Employment
100 professionals
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Northeast Coastal North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$110,910.00
Hourly Rate
$53.32
Employment
100 professionals
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Southeast Coastal North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$109,740.00
Hourly Rate
$52.76
Employment
260 professionals
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Goldsboro

Annual Mean Salary
$108,450.00
Hourly Rate
$52.14
Employment
40 professionals
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New Bern

Annual Mean Salary
$107,320.00
Hourly Rate
$51.60
Employment
70 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.