Medical assistant salary in United States

The average salary for a Medical Assistant is $21.17 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 94.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Medical Assistant salaries typically range between a low of $15.13 and a high of $29.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Medical Assistant include Los Angeles, CA at $24.17 per hour, New York, NY at $23.11 per hour, and Chicago, IL at $21.86 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Medical Assistant include HarmonyCares ($312,500 per year) and San Mateo County Community College District ($249,881 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 compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Medical Assistant: Average $19.36 per hour
• Senior Medical Assistant: Average $24.35 per hour