What are the main factors that influence a Physician Office Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Physician Office Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Physician Office Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Physician Office Assistant's salary?

A Physician Office Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $121,638 for beginners, reaching about $125,323 at mid-level, and approach $128,992 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Physician Office Assistant?

Physician Office Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician Office Assistant roles are District of Columbia $135,585, California $135,071, Massachusetts $133,271. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician Office Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Physician Office Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Physician Office Rep: $192,748; Physician Office Manager: $146,458; Physician Assistant - Orthopedics: $130,023; Physician Assistant - Cardiology: $121,542; Physician Assistant - Clinic: $121,542.

Physician Office Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physician Office Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician Office Assistant in Delaware is $124,013 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

However, a Physician Office Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,897
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,954 to $131,804
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,796

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Physician Office Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,804	$10,984	$2,535	$63
Average	$124,013	$10,334	$2,385	$60
25th Percentile	$113,954	$9,496	$2,191	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Physician Office Assistant Salaries

A Physician Office 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.

How Experience Level Affects Physician Office Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physician Office 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $121,638
Early Career (1-2 years): $121,917
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,323
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,747
Expert (over 8 years): $128,992

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Physician Office Assistant	$121,638
Intermediate Level Physician Office Assistant	$121,917
Senior Level Physician Office Assistant	$125,323
Specialist Level Physician Office Assistant	$128,747
Expert Level Physician Office Assistant	$128,992

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How Do Physician Office Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Physician Office Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $135,585.
California: $135,071.
Massachusetts: $133,271.

District of Columbia $135,585 California $135,071 Massachusetts $133,271 Washington $132,781 New Jersey $132,732 Alaska $132,561 Connecticut $130,871 New York $130,185

Hawaii $127,993 Rhode Island $126,964 Maryland $126,266 Minnesota $125,311 Colorado $124,944 Illinois $124,821 Oregon $124,356 Delaware $124,013

New Hampshire $123,798 Virginia $123,315 Pennsylvania $121,907 Nevada $121,197 North Dakota $120,964 Michigan $120,597 Wisconsin $120,462 Vermont $120,193

Texas $119,446 Maine $119,397 Arizona $119,323 Ohio $119,237 Georgia $118,111 Indiana $117,547 Wyoming $117,437 Utah $117,266

Iowa $117,192 Kansas $116,605 Louisiana $116,433 North Carolina $116,372 Missouri $116,347 Florida $115,870 Montana $115,613 Nebraska $115,368

Kentucky $115,233 South Carolina $114,743 Tennessee $114,437 Idaho $114,315 New Mexico $113,421 Oklahoma $113,225 Alabama $112,502 South Dakota $111,290

Arkansas $110,629 West Virginia $110,273 Mississippi $109,208

Top Paying Cities for Physician Office Assistants

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:

Lincoln: $123,455
Little Creek: $124,359
Magnolia: $124,180

Lincoln, DE $123,455 Little Creek, DE $124,359 Magnolia, DE $124,180 Milford, DE $123,768 Marydel, DE $123,972 Millsboro, DE $122,937 Millville, DE $123,127 Milton, DE $123,340

Nassau, DE $123,429 Ocean View, DE $123,106 Rehoboth Beach, DE $123,342 Seaford, DE $123,412 Selbyville, DE $122,901 Smyrna, DE $124,444 Viola, DE $123,871 Woodside, DE $124,204

Bear, DE $123,918 Newark, DE $123,871 Claymont, DE $124,125 Delaware City, DE $123,995 Hockessin, DE $123,860 Kirkwood, DE $123,972 Middletown, DE $124,019 Montchanin, DE $123,888

New Castle, DE $123,907 Odessa, DE $124,081 Port Penn, DE $124,164 Rockland, DE $123,901 Saint Georges, DE $123,980 Townsend, DE $124,171 Winterthur, DE $123,915 Lewes, DE $123,387

Wilmington, DE $123,866 Dover, DE $124,359 Dover Afb, DE $123,703 Bethany Beach, DE $122,976 Bethel, DE $123,103 Bridgeville, DE $123,394 Camden Wyoming, DE $124,008 Cheswold, DE $124,318

Clayton, DE $124,322 Dagsboro, DE $122,890 Delmar, DE $122,693 Ellendale, DE $123,065 Felton, DE $123,759 Fenwick Island, DE $122,917 Frankford, DE $122,703 Frederica, DE $123,881

Georgetown, DE $122,844 Greenwood, DE $123,413 Harbeson, DE $122,975 Harrington, DE $123,602 Hartly, DE $123,986 Houston, DE $123,425 Kenton, DE $124,328 Laurel, DE $122,770

Yorklyn, DE $123,897

Physician Office Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physician Office Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Physician Office Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Physician Office Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Physician Office Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$148,816	$72.0	20%

Physician Office Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician Office 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.

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$113,954

Average $124,013/year

$131,804

$9,496

Average $10,334/month

$10,984

$2,191

Average $2,385/week

$2,535

$55

Average $60/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,804	$10,984	$2,535	$63
Average	$124,013	$10,334	$2,385	$60
25th Percentile	$113,954	$9,496	$2,191	$55

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