How much does a medical assistant make in Massachusetts?
$49,460a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in Massachusetts. That is $23.78 an hour or $4,122 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.78
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 14,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,280Median: $49,460Highest 10%: $61,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,280 | $20.81 | |
| 25th | $46,910 | $22.55 | |
| Median | $49,460 | $23.78 | |
| 75th | $58,100 | $27.93 | |
| 90th | $61,870 | $29.75 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $50,740 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $49,900 |
| Springfield, MA | $48,510 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $47,260 |
| Worcester, MA | $47,240 |
| Providence, RI | $47,020 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $45,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical assistants.
| 4. Minnesota | $50,480 |
| 5. Oregon | $50,410 |
| 6. California | $49,660 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $49,460 |
| 8. Wisconsin | $48,680 |
| 9. Hawaii | $48,410 |
| 10. Colorado | $48,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $23.78 ($49,460 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $49,460 against $45,690 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for medical assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays medical assistants the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $50,740 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.