How much does a medical assistant make in Richmond?
$44,490a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $21.39 an hour or $3,708 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.39
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 162 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 3,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,810Median: $44,490Highest 10%: $46,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,810 | $18.18 | |
| 25th | $38,730 | $18.62 | |
| Median | $44,490 | $21.39 | |
| 75th | $45,910 | $22.07 | |
| 90th | $46,940 | $22.57 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Washington, DC | $46,640 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $43,620 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $42,140 |
| Winchester, VA | $40,960 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $40,210 |
| Staunton, VA | $39,410 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $39,350 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $39,300 |
| Kingsport, TN | $38,040 |
| Roanoke, VA | $37,780 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,760 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $73,640 |
| Massage Therapist | $57,730 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,760 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,640 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,370 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,020 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,720 |
| Orderly | $37,560 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $37,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $21.39 ($44,490 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $44,490 against $45,690 nationally, 3% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $44,740, so Richmond pays 1% less.
Where does Richmond rank for medical assistant pay?
162 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,810 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,940 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.