How much does a medical assistant make in Atlanta?
$46,060a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $22.14 an hour or $3,838 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.14
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 114 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 16,910
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,340Median: $46,060Highest 10%: $58,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,340 | $17.47 | |
| 25th | $38,560 | $18.54 | |
| Median | $46,060 | $22.14 | |
| 75th | $47,610 | $22.89 | |
| 90th | $58,310 | $28.03 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Gainesville, GA | $41,910 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $40,160 |
| Savannah, GA | $38,780 |
| Athens, GA | $38,620 |
| Augusta, GA | $38,470 |
| Macon, GA | $38,400 |
| Rome, GA | $38,240 |
| Hinesville, GA | $37,830 |
| Brunswick, GA | $37,690 |
| Dalton, GA | $37,170 |
| Albany, GA | $37,000 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $36,830 |
| Columbus, GA | $36,050 |
| Valdosta, GA | $35,320 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,180 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,730 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,430 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,370 |
| Massage Therapist | $48,610 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,210 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,350 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,160 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $39,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $22.14 ($46,060 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $46,060 against $45,690 nationally, 1% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $41,600, so Atlanta pays 11% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for medical assistant pay?
114 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,310 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.