Medical Assistant Salary Guide
Average Medical Assistant Salary
$26.44/hour
The average salary for a Medical Assistant is $26.44 per hour. This is 43% lower than the practicing US average of $37.93.
Last updated on February 10, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Medical Assistant compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$26.44/hour
43% lower than the practicing US average.
$37.93/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Assistant jobs?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
BJC HealthCare | $21 | $23 |
PennState Health | $20 | $20 |
Insight Global | $20 | $20 |
Last updated on February 10, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

Medical Assistant Career Guide
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Go to the guideTop Medical Assistant Jobs
Medical Assistant
- BJC Medical Group of Missouri
- Farmington, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
Medical Assistant
- Insight Global
- Bradenton, FL
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
Medical Assistant
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
Float Medical Assistant
- BJC Corporate Health
- Saint Louis, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
Medical Assistant
- Memorial Hospital Belleville - Shiloh
- Edwardsville, IL
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Medical Assistant FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Medical Assistant
Earning your Registered Medical Assistant (RMA-AMT) often increases your salary potential as a medical assistant or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.
Can having a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA-AMT) boost my salary as a Medical Assistant?
Yes, having a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA-AMT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a medical assistant.
Where can I learn more about working as a Medical Assistant?
Take a look at Vivian's Medical Assistant Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.