Physician Assistant Salary in Nevada: $138,877 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Nevada's 9 metropolitan areas, the average median physician assistant pay sits at $138,877/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1071. Because Nevada sits at BEA RPP 98.3 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $141,279 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Carson City ($135,180), Sparks ($134,760), Las Vegas ($134,660).
In 2026, physician assistants in Nevada can expect an average median salary of $138,877, slightly lower than the national median of $140,391, indicating a 1.1% gap. Within the state, Carson City offers the highest average salary at $139,668, while Fernley reports the lowest at $127,561, creating a salary difference of $12,107 between these cities. This variation can be attributed to factors such as local demand for healthcare services, cost of living, and the concentration of healthcare facilities and institutions in urban areas like Carson City and Las Vegas. Nevada has specific licensing requirements and scope of practice regulations that impact physician assistant roles. The demand for PAs is driven by the growing need for healthcare services, which is reflected in the projected annual growth rate of 3.32% in employment opportunities based on 2025 BLS data. The state is comprised of nine metro areas, with the strongest job markets located in cities such as Sparks, Las Vegas, and Reno, where salaries range closely around $139,000. As the healthcare landscape evolves, physician assistants in Nevada will likely find a solid job market with potential for growth and development.
Nevada Physician Assistant Salary Range
Overall salary range in Nevada: $47,827 (lowest entry-level) to $205,914 (highest top earner)
Nevada vs National Average
Nevada physician assistants earn 1.08% less than the national median ($-1,514/year difference).
Nevada Physician Assistant Salary Distribution (2026)
Physician Assistant salaries in Nevada range from $66,727 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $185,599 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $138,877. The Nevada median is $1,514 below the US national median of $140,391. The average hourly rate is $66.77/hr. Approximately 1,161 physician assistants are employed across 9 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$123,479
2025 BLS Actual
$134,414
2026 Current Est.
$138,877
2019–2027 Growth
+16.2%
Salary Trajectory for Physician Assistants in Nevada (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.32% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $123,479 | Actual |
| 2020 | $136,180 | Actual |
| 2021 | $129,729 | Actual |
| 2022 | $145,020 | Actual |
| 2023 | $156,870 | Actual |
| 2024 | $134,727 | Actual |
| 2025 | $134,414 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $138,877 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $143,488 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Nevada metropolitan area, the median physician assistant salary grew 8.9% from $123,479 (2019) to $134,414 (2025). At a 3.32% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $143,488 by 2027 — a total increase of $20,009 (16.20%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Nevada metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.32% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Nevada
Lowest Paying Cities in Nevada
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Fernley | $127,561 |
| Elko | $129,127 |
| Mesquite | $129,781 |
| Henderson | $137,834 |
| North Las Vegas | $138,546 |
Best Value Cities for Physician Assistants in Nevada
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Nevada cities offer the most purchasing power for physician assistants.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carson City | $139,668 | 98.13 | $142,330 |
| Sparks | $139,234 | 98.3 | $141,642 |
| North Las Vegas | $138,546 | 98.3 | $140,942 |
| Henderson | $137,834 | 98.3 | $140,218 |
| Las Vegas | $139,131 | 100.215 | $138,833 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Nevada
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $66,727 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $138,877 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $185,599 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Nevada metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 9 Cities in Nevada
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carson City | $139,668 |
| 2 | Sparks | $139,234 |
| 3 | Las Vegas | $139,131 |
| 4 | Reno | $139,017 |
| 5 | North Las Vegas | $138,546 |
| 6 | Henderson | $137,834 |
| 7 | Mesquite | $129,781 |
| 8 | Elko | $129,127 |
| 9 | Fernley | $127,561 |
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Written by Jessica Tran, MPAS, PA-C
Career Analyst
Jessica has 10 years of experience as a physician assistant. Her specialty is cardiology in an outpatient setting.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.32% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 physician assistant compensation across Nevada. State averages are employment-weighted across 9 metro areas — larger metro areas with more physician assistantscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.32%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for physician assistants (SOC 29-1071).
Compiled and verified by Jessica Tran, MPAS, PA-C, a licensed physician assistant with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov