How much does a medical assistant make in Washington?
$59,290a year
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in Washington. That is $28.50 an hour or $4,941 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.50
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 19,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,540Median: $59,290Highest 10%: $74,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,540 | $22.38 | |
| 25th | $49,310 | $23.71 | |
| Median | $59,290 | $28.50 | |
| 75th | $63,590 | $30.57 | |
| 90th | $74,200 | $35.67 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Mount Vernon, WA | $61,870 |
| Seattle, WA | $61,500 |
| Longview, WA | $61,480 |
| Bellingham, WA | $57,410 |
| Portland, OR | $56,240 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $56,020 |
| Olympia, WA | $55,700 |
| Bremerton, WA | $55,680 |
| Spokane, WA | $51,720 |
| Kennewick, WA | $50,820 |
| Yakima, WA | $49,310 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $49,230 |
| Lewiston, ID | $44,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical assistants.
| 1. Washington | $59,290 |
| 2. Alaska | $52,560 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $51,050 |
| 4. Minnesota | $50,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $28.50 ($59,290 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $59,290 against $45,690 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Washington rank for medical assistant pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays medical assistants the most?
Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA, with a median of $61,870 a year.
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.