How much does a medical assistant make in Salem?
$50,240a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $24.15 an hour or $4,187 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.15
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 27 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 1,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,630Median: $50,240Highest 10%: $62,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,630 | $20.98 | |
| 25th | $47,700 | $22.93 | |
| Median | $50,240 | $24.15 | |
| 75th | $59,400 | $28.56 | |
| 90th | $62,160 | $29.88 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Portland, OR | $56,240 |
| Albany, OR | $50,480 |
| Bend, OR | $50,080 |
| Eugene, OR | $49,980 |
| Corvallis, OR | $48,890 |
| Medford, OR | $48,820 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $48,610 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $96,080 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,090 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,210 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $51,590 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $50,580 |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,840 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,160 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,550 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $45,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $24.15 ($50,240 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $50,240 against $45,690 nationally, 10% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $50,410, so Salem pays 0% more.
Where does Salem rank for medical assistant pay?
27 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,630 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,160 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.