How much does a medical assistant make in Springfield?
$45,140a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $21.70 an hour or $3,762 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.70
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 141 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,230Median: $45,140Highest 10%: $47,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| 25th | $38,970 | $18.74 | |
| Median | $45,140 | $21.70 | |
| 75th | $47,020 | $22.61 | |
| 90th | $47,700 | $22.93 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| Chicago, IL | $47,270 |
| St. Louis, MO | $44,710 |
| Davenport, IA | $44,700 |
| Peoria, IL | $44,680 |
| Rockford, IL | $44,390 |
| Decatur, IL | $43,060 |
| Paducah, KY | $39,360 |
| Champaign, IL | $39,130 |
| Kankakee, IL | $38,440 |
| Bloomington, IL | $38,070 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $37,470 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $66,390 |
| Massage Therapist | $61,280 |
| Dental Assistant | $45,390 |
| Phlebotomist | $41,420 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,070 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $39,780 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,050 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $37,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $21.70 ($45,140 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $45,140 against $45,690 nationally, 1% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $46,090, so Springfield pays 2% less.
Where does Springfield rank for medical assistant pay?
141 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,230 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,700 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.