Medical Assistants Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.
The median salary for Medical Assistants in the United States is $45,690 per year, about $22 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $38,470 and $49,180 a year.
Salary range
Highest-paying US metros for Medical Assistants
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Vallejo, CA | $77,410 |
| Longview-Kelso, WA | $61,480 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $61,870 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $64,820 |
| Ponce, PR | $59,990 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $61,970 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $56,020 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $61,940 |
| Bellingham, WA | $57,410 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $61,500 |
Medical Assistants salary by state
Frequently asked questions
How much do Medical Assistants make in the US?
The median salary is $45,690 per year (about $22 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $38,470 and $49,180 a year.
How much do Medical Assistants make per hour?
About $22 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $45,690 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Medical Assistants?
Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary certificate, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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