Medical Assistants Salary in Austin, TX
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
Median annual salary
$45,220
+2.3% vs national
Median hourly
$21.74
10th percentile
$37,100
90th percentile
$53,050
Employed locally
5,460
National median
$44,200
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Austin economic context
Unemployment rate
3.50%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$97,638
2023 • Census ACS
Medical Assistants salary vs area income
46%
Median Medical Assistants salary is 54% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Austin?
The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Austin, TX is $21.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.35 or more per hour.
Is Austin above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?
The median Medical Assistants salary in Austin, TX is 2.3% above the national median of $44,200. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.
What is the entry-level salary for Medical Assistants in Austin?
Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,100 per year in Austin, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,850.