How much does a medical assistant make in Denver?
$49,700a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $23.89 an hour or $4,142 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.89
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 34 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 6,440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,500Median: $49,700Highest 10%: $60,580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,500 | $21.88 | |
| 25th | $47,860 | $23.01 | |
| Median | $49,700 | $23.89 | |
| 75th | $58,010 | $27.89 | |
| 90th | $60,580 | $29.13 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Boulder, CO | $48,590 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $46,810 |
| Greeley, CO | $45,890 |
| Pueblo, CO | $45,780 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $45,730 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $44,390 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,980 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,320 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,490 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,490 |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,070 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,730 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,490 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,490 |
| Orderly | $44,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $23.89 ($49,700 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $49,700 against $45,690 nationally, 9% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $48,400, so Denver pays 3% more.
Where does Denver rank for medical assistant pay?
34 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,580 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.