How much does a medical assistant make in Oregon?
$50,410a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in Oregon. That is $24.24 an hour or $4,201 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.24
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,760Median: $50,410Highest 10%: $62,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,760 | $21.04 | |
| 25th | $47,170 | $22.68 | |
| Median | $50,410 | $24.24 | |
| 75th | $59,160 | $28.44 | |
| 90th | $62,160 | $29.88 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $56,240 |
| Albany, OR | $50,480 |
| Salem, OR | $50,240 |
| Bend, OR | $50,080 |
| Eugene, OR | $49,980 |
| Corvallis, OR | $48,890 |
| Medford, OR | $48,820 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $48,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical assistants.
| 2. Alaska | $52,560 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $51,050 |
| 4. Minnesota | $50,480 |
| 5. Oregon | $50,410 |
| 6. California | $49,660 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $49,460 |
| 8. Wisconsin | $48,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $24.24 ($50,410 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $50,410 against $45,690 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Oregon rank for medical assistant pay?
Oregon ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays medical assistants the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $56,240 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.