How much does a medical assistant make in Missouri?
$40,440a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in Missouri. That is $19.44 an hour or $3,370 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.44
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,810Median: $40,440Highest 10%: $48,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,810 | $17.22 | |
| 25th | $37,380 | $17.97 | |
| Median | $40,440 | $19.44 | |
| 75th | $46,600 | $22.40 | |
| 90th | $48,360 | $23.25 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $45,300 |
| St. Louis, MO | $44,710 |
| Columbia, MO | $41,350 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $40,280 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $38,260 |
| Springfield, MO | $37,870 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $37,470 |
| Joplin, MO | $37,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical assistants.
| 36. Georgia | $41,600 |
| 37. South Carolina | $41,160 |
| 38. Wyoming | $40,920 |
| 39. Missouri | $40,440 |
| 40. Michigan | $39,870 |
| 41. Tennessee | $39,570 |
| 42. Texas | $39,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $19.44 ($40,440 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $40,440 against $45,690 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Missouri rank for medical assistant pay?
Missouri ranks 39 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays medical assistants the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $45,300 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.