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Medical administrative assistant salary in United States

How much does a Medical Administrative Assistant make in the United States?

Average base salary

$18.75
Average $18.75
Low $14.32
High $24.54
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a medical administrative assistant is $18.75 per hour in the United States. 3.1k salaries reported, updated at September 23, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in the United States

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Top companies for Medical Administrative Assistants in United States

  1. Mayo Clinic
    3.9
    3,012 reviews6 salaries reported
    $22.22per hour
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Highest paying cities for Medical Administrative Assistants near United States

  1. Boston, MA
    $22.89 per hour
    59 salaries reported
  2. Seattle, WA
    $21.00 per hour
    8 salaries reported
  3. Charlotte, NC
    $20.82 per hour
    7 salaries reported
  1. New York, NY
    $20.79 per hour
    63 salaries reported
  2. Bronx, NY
    $20.46 per hour
    12 salaries reported
  3. San Diego, CA
    $20.35 per hour
    24 salaries reported
  1. Phoenix, AZ
    $19.62 per hour
    18 salaries reported
  2. Chicago, IL
    $19.27 per hour
    21 salaries reported
  3. Baltimore, MD
    $17.69 per hour
    7 salaries reported
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Where can a Medical Administrative Assistant earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Medical Administrative Assistants

Top skills
EMR Systems
+9.98%salary
Top specialties
Nuclear Medicine
+9.01%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top SkillsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
84 jobs207
73 jobs95
30 jobs43
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Most common benefits for Medical Administrative Assistants

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 1,473 ratings

37% of Medical Administrative Assistants in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?

Medical Office Assistant

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Average $17.40 per hour

Administrative Assistant

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Average $18.70 per hour

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Job openings

Average $17.15 per hour

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Common questions about salaries for a Medical Administrative Assistant

As a medical administrative assistant how can I know if I am being paid fairly?

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