How much does a medical assistant make in Alexandria?
$34,290a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Alexandria, LA metro area. That is $16.49 an hour or $2,858 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.49
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among cities
- 386 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,300Median: $34,290Highest 10%: $38,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,300 | $11.20 | |
| 25th | $29,170 | $14.02 | |
| Median | $34,290 | $16.49 | |
| 75th | $37,230 | $17.90 | |
| 90th | $38,550 | $18.53 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Lake Charles, LA | $38,550 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $36,900 |
| New Orleans, LA | $36,780 |
| Hammond, LA | $36,680 |
| Shreveport, LA | $36,210 |
| Slidell, LA | $35,950 |
| Lafayette, LA | $34,940 |
| Monroe, LA | $34,430 |
| Houma, LA | $34,420 |
Related jobs in Alexandria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,530 |
| Dental Assistant | $43,270 |
| Phlebotomist | $35,440 |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,650 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $28,990 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $22,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Alexandria?
The median hourly pay in the Alexandria, LA metro area is $16.49 ($34,290 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Alexandria than the national average?
No: $34,290 against $45,690 nationally, 25% less.
How does Alexandria compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $36,320, so Alexandria pays 6% less.
Where does Alexandria rank for medical assistant pay?
386 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Alexandria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $23,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $38,550 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.