Physician Assistant Salary Guide 2026: PA Pay by Specialty, Region, and Experience

By Blake Moser · Published March 15, 2026

The median PA salary is now $134,000 nationally — but compensation varies dramatically by specialty, geography, and experience. Cardiovascular surgery PAs earn $152,500+ while pediatrics PAs average $110,000. This complete guide covers PA pay benchmarks across every major specialty, all four US…