How much does a medical assistant make in Portland?
$56,240a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $27.04 an hour or $4,687 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.04
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 6,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,160Median: $56,240Highest 10%: $63,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,160 | $22.19 | |
| 25th | $48,750 | $23.44 | |
| Median | $56,240 | $27.04 | |
| 75th | $61,240 | $29.44 | |
| 90th | $63,300 | $30.43 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| 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 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $84,730 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,640 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,690 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,890 |
| Phlebotomist | $51,680 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $51,000 |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,350 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,670 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $47,370 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $27.04 ($56,240 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $56,240 against $45,690 nationally, 23% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $50,410, so Portland pays 12% more.
Where does Portland rank for medical assistant pay?
12 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $63,300 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.