DOL Median (Boston, MA)
$86,382
vs National
-4%
National: $90,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$58,964
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$86,382
-4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$90,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Physician Assistants in Boston, MA earns $86,382 in nominal terms, which is 4% below the national average of $90,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 146.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $58,964 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Boston, MA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts General Physicians Organization | $86,382 | 8 |
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How much does a Physician Assistants make in Boston, MA?
The median Physician Assistants salary in Boston, MA is $86,382 based on 7 DOL filings.
Is Boston, MA a good place to work as a Physician Assistants?
A Physician Assistants in Boston, MA earns 4% less than the national median of $90,000, or $58,964 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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