Medical Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 817,870 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $36,050 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $38,470 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $45,690 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $49,180 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $59,310 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$38K
Median
$46K
75th
$49K
90th
$59K
Highest Paying States for Medical Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $58,590 |
| Alaska | $56,630 |
| California | $55,100 |
| District of Columbia | $54,890 |
| Oregon | $52,400 |
| Massachusetts | $51,850 |
| Minnesota | $51,660 |
| Hawaii | $49,730 |
| Colorado | $49,490 |
| New Hampshire | $49,390 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Medical Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $58,590 per year, while New Hampshire has an average of $49,390 — a difference of $9,200. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Medical Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 817,870 workers were employed as Medical Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $46,120 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 31-9092