How much does a medical assistant make in Phoenix?
$46,830a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $22.51 an hour or $3,903 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.51
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 91 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 15,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,610Median: $46,830Highest 10%: $55,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,610 | $18.56 | |
| 25th | $41,790 | $20.09 | |
| Median | $46,830 | $22.51 | |
| 75th | $49,060 | $23.59 | |
| 90th | $55,100 | $26.49 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Prescott Valley, AZ | $45,820 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $45,490 |
| Tucson, AZ | $44,380 |
| Yuma, AZ | $43,880 |
| Sierra Vista, AZ | $42,890 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | $40,690 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,080 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,720 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,080 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,760 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,890 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,320 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,260 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $43,360 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $22.51 ($46,830 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $46,830 against $45,690 nationally, 2% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $45,940, so Phoenix pays 2% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for medical assistant pay?
91 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,610 or less a year; the top 10% make $55,100 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.