Washington Median
$59,290
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.50
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+30% vs US median
US median $45,690
State Rank
#1 of 51
19,500 employed here
How much does a Medical Assistant make in Washington?
Medical Assistants in Washington take home a median of $59,290 annually — roughly $28.50 an hour — which runs 30% above the national median of $45,690.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $46,540 while the top 10% make $74,200 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $49,310 and $63,590 a year.
Medical Assistant salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $46,540 | $22.38 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $49,310 | $23.71 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $59,290 | $28.50 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $63,590 | $30.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $74,200 | $35.67 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories for Medical Assistant pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Medical Assistant salary in other states
Alaska $52,560District of Columbia $51,050Minnesota $50,480Oregon $50,410California $49,660Massachusetts $49,460Wisconsin $48,680Hawaii $48,410Colorado $48,400New Hampshire $48,020New York $48,000Maine $47,580Connecticut $47,430Nebraska $47,370Vermont $47,250New Jersey $47,210Rhode Island $47,190Montana $46,820Maryland $46,410Illinois $46,090North Dakota $45,980Arizona $45,940Iowa $45,480Utah $45,360Nevada $45,200North Carolina $45,140Indiana $45,110Virginia $44,740Idaho $44,700Delaware $44,490Pennsylvania $43,920Florida $43,680Ohio $42,810South Dakota $41,870Georgia $41,600South Carolina $41,160Wyoming $40,920Missouri $40,440Michigan $39,870Tennessee $39,570Texas $39,520Kansas $39,510Kentucky $39,270New Mexico $39,230Oklahoma $38,750Arkansas $37,760West Virginia $37,180Louisiana $36,320Alabama $36,100Mississippi $35,360
Working as a Medical Assistant in Washington
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 Washington pay ($59,290) 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 Washington?
The median Medical Assistant salary in Washington is $59,290 per year, or about $28.50 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $46,540 at the entry level to $74,200 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Medical Assistants about 30% more than the national median of $45,690. Washington ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Medical Assistants?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $59,290 a year. About 19,500 Medical Assistants are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), 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.