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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ent Physician Assistant in Iowa is $420,722 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $202.
However, an Ent Physician Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Ent Physician Assistant Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $458,589 | $38,216 | $8,819 | $220 |
| Average | $420,722 | $35,060 | $8,091 | $202 |
| 25th Percentile | $393,815 | $32,818 | $7,573 | $189 |
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An Ent Physician Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of an Ent Physician Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Ent Physician Assistant | $416,237 |
| Intermediate Level Ent Physician Assistant | $418,106 |
| Senior Level Ent Physician Assistant | $419,974 |
| Specialist Level Ent Physician Assistant | $422,590 |
| Expert Level Ent Physician Assistant | $429,619 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Ent Physician Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Ent Physician Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Ent Physician Assistant positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Ent Physician Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $631,083 | $303.0 | 50% |
| Biotechnology | $504,866 | $243.0 | 20% |
Understanding how an Ent Physician Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $458,589 | $38,216 | $8,819 | $220 |
| Average | $420,722 | $35,060 | $8,091 | $202 |
| 25th Percentile | $393,815 | $32,818 | $7,573 | $189 |
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