How much does a medical assistant make in Cleveland?
$43,830a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $21.07 an hour or $3,653 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.07
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among cities
- 185 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 5,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,110Median: $43,830Highest 10%: $54,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,110 | $17.84 | |
| 25th | $38,830 | $18.67 | |
| Median | $43,830 | $21.07 | |
| 75th | $47,440 | $22.81 | |
| 90th | $54,840 | $26.37 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Cincinnati, OH | $44,340 |
| Columbus, OH | $44,140 |
| Toledo, OH | $44,120 |
| Dayton, OH | $43,610 |
| Lima, OH | $43,530 |
| Akron, OH | $42,830 |
| Sandusky, OH | $40,260 |
| Mansfield, OH | $38,200 |
| Canton, OH | $38,180 |
| Springfield, OH | $37,850 |
| Huntington, WV | $37,500 |
| Weirton, WV | $37,460 |
| Wheeling, WV | $36,930 |
| Youngstown, OH | $36,850 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,800 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,700 |
| Massage Therapist | $54,770 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,120 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,300 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,750 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,010 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $38,860 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $38,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $21.07 ($43,830 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $43,830 against $45,690 nationally, 4% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $42,810, so Cleveland pays 2% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for medical assistant pay?
185 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $54,840 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.