How much does a medical assistant make in Providence?
$47,020a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $22.61 an hour or $3,918 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.61
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 83 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 4,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,280Median: $47,020Highest 10%: $56,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,280 | $18.88 | |
| 25th | $44,840 | $21.56 | |
| Median | $47,020 | $22.61 | |
| 75th | $48,630 | $23.38 | |
| 90th | $56,390 | $27.11 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,420 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,460 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,930 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,430 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,330 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $46,010 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $43,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $22.61 ($47,020 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $47,020 against $45,690 nationally, 3% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $47,190, so Providence pays 0% more.
Where does Providence rank for medical assistant pay?
83 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $56,390 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.