Medical Assistant Salary in New Hampshire (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Medical Assistants in New Hampshire, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Hampshire Median
$48,020
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.09
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+5% vs US median
US median $45,690
State Rank
#11 of 51
3,000 employed here

How much does a Medical Assistant make in New Hampshire?

Medical Assistants in New Hampshire take home a median of $48,020 annually — roughly $23.09 an hour — which runs 5% above the national median of $45,690.

Within New Hampshire, entry-level pay starts around $39,640 while the top 10% make $60,100 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $45,090 and $51,580 a year.

Medical Assistant salary range in New Hampshire

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$39,640$19.06
25th percentile (early career)$45,090$21.68
50th percentile (median)$48,020$23.09
75th percentile (experienced)$51,580$24.80
90th percentile (top earners)$60,100$28.89

How New Hampshire compares

New Hampshire ranks 11th out of 51 states and territories for Medical Assistant pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$59,290
2Alaska$52,560
3District of Columbia$51,050
4Minnesota$50,480
5Oregon$50,410

Working as a Medical Assistant in New Hampshire

Nationally, about 818,000 people work as Medical Assistants in the United States. A certificate or diploma program (usually 6 to 18 months) is the typical entry path.

Considering a move? Compare New Hampshire pay ($48,020) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Medical Assistant make in New Hampshire?
The median Medical Assistant salary in New Hampshire is $48,020 per year, or about $23.09 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $39,640 at the entry level to $60,100 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Hampshire pay compare to the national average?
New Hampshire pays Medical Assistants about 5% more than the national median of $45,690. New Hampshire ranks 11th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Hampshire a good state for Medical Assistants?
Yes on pay — New Hampshire pays above the national median for this occupation, at $48,020 a year. About 3,000 Medical Assistants are employed in New Hampshire. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Hampshire?
The highest-paying occupations in New Hampshire include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($555,670), Surgeon, All Other ($534,870), Dermatologist ($516,230), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.