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How much does a medical assistant make in District of Columbia?

$51,050a year

Median yearly pay for medical assistants in District of Columbia. That is $24.54 an hour or $4,254 a month.

Hourly
$24.54
Vs. national median
+12%
Rank among states
3 of 51
Jobs in the state
2,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,620Median: $51,050Highest 10%: $76,900
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$39,620$19.05
25th$47,740$22.95
Median$51,050$24.54
75th$59,850$28.77
90th$76,900$36.97

Cities in District of Columbia

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Washington, DC$46,640
Salaries for every job in District of Columbia

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for medical assistants.

1. Washington$59,290
2. Alaska$52,560
3. District of Columbia$51,050
4. Minnesota$50,480
5. Oregon$50,410
6. California$49,660
Medical Assistant salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a medical assistant make an hour in District of Columbia?

The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $24.54 ($51,050 a year).

Do medical assistants make more in District of Columbia than the national average?

Yes: $51,050 against $45,690 nationally, 12% more.

Where does District of Columbia rank for medical assistant pay?

District of Columbia ranks 3 of 51 states.

Which city in District of Columbia pays medical assistants the most?

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $46,640 a year.

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.