How much does a medical assistant make in Helena?
$45,760a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Helena, MT metro area. That is $22.00 an hour or $3,813 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.00
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 125 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,130Median: $45,760Highest 10%: $56,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,130 | $18.33 | |
| 25th | $42,830 | $20.59 | |
| Median | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 75th | $48,480 | $23.31 | |
| 90th | $56,490 | $27.16 |
Other cities in Montana
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Bozeman, MT | $46,980 |
| Great Falls, MT | $46,840 |
| Missoula, MT | $46,520 |
| Billings, MT | $46,500 |
Related jobs in Helena
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Dental Assistant | $46,870 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,520 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $36,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Helena?
The median hourly pay in the Helena, MT metro area is $22.00 ($45,760 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Helena than the national average?
Yes: $45,760 against $45,690 nationally, 0% more.
How does Helena compare with the rest of Montana?
The median in Montana is $46,820, so Helena pays 2% less.
Where does Helena rank for medical assistant pay?
125 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Helena?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,130 or less a year; the top 10% make $56,490 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.