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Medical Assistant salary
Medical assistants complete administrative and clinical tasks in hospitals, doctors' offices, and other healthcare facilities.
Median annual
$42,000
Median hourly
$20
Top 10% earn
$52,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$32,000
Median$42,000
Top 10%$52,000
Medical Assistant salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $33,600 | $16 | -20% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $38,300 | $18 | -9% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $43,600 | $21 | +4% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $49,400 | $24 | +18% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified medical assistants, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Postsecondary certificate; some states require certification.
Job outlook
15% growth through 2033 — much faster than average.
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