How much does a medical assistant make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for medical assistants in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $22.42 an hour or $3,887 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.42
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 98 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 13,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| Median | $46,640 | $22.42 | |
| 75th | $51,210 | $24.62 | |
| 90th | $59,300 | $28.51 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for medical assistants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $50,600 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $22.42 ($46,640 a year).
Do medical assistants make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $46,640 against $45,690 nationally, 2% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $51,050, so Washington pays 9% less.
Where does Washington rank for medical assistant pay?
98 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical assistant make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,440 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,300 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.