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Medical assistant salary in Boston, MA

How much does a Medical Assistant make in Boston, MA?

Average base salary

$24.03
13%
above national average
Average $24.03
Low $19.52
High $29.59

The average salary for a medical assistant is $24.03 per hour in Boston, MA. 425 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated October 19, 2026).

Medical Assistant job openings in Boston, MA

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Medical Assistant 1
NeighborHealth4out of 5 stars.
Boston, MA
$22 - $33 an hour
Full-time
2 months ago

Highest paying companies for Medical Assistant in Boston, MA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Green Health Docs
 
$208,000per year
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Roxbury Community College
 
$104,000per year
Triage Staffing
 
$96,067per year
Uniti Med
 
$72,584per year
SSI
 
$70,000per year
VitalCheck Wellness
 
$67,600per year

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Highest paying cities for Medical Assistants near Boston, MA

  1. Cambridge, MA
    $27.24 per hour
  2. Needham, MA
    $25.93 per hour
  3. Wellesley, MA
    $25.91 per hour
  4. Plymouth, MA
    $24.76 per hour
  5. Worcester, MA
    $24.68 per hour

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Medical Assistant

The average salary for a Medical Assistant is $24.03 per hour in Boston, MA. This figure is based on 425 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 19, 2026.

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Medical Assistant salaries in Boston, MA typically range between a low of $19.52 and a high of $29.59 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Medical Assistant in Boston, MA include Cambridge, MA at $27.24 per hour, Needham, MA at $25.93 per hour, and Wellesley, MA at $25.91 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Medical Assistant in Boston, MA include Green Health Docs ($208,000 per year) and Roxbury Community College ($104,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Medical Assistant salary in Boston, MA compares to related positions:

  • Entry Level Medical Assistant: Average $22.86 per hour
  • Senior Medical Assistant: Average $25.82 per hour

How much do similar professions as Medical Assistant get paid in Boston, MA?

Entry Level Medical Assistant

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Average $22.86 per hour

Senior Medical Assistant

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Average $25.82 per hour