Medical Assistants Salary in Chico, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chico, CA

Median annual salary $46,000 +4.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.11
10th percentile $37,900
90th percentile $58,600
Employed locally 610
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,900
    25th
    $43,680
    50th (median)
    $46,000
    75th
    $51,070
    90th
    $58,600

    Chico economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,574 2023 • Census ACS
    Medical Assistants salary vs area income 67% Median Medical Assistants salary is 33% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Medical Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Vallejo, CA $75,180
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,900
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $62,570
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $62,290
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $59,910
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $58,850

    Nearby metros — Medical Assistants salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Vallejo, CA $75,180
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,900
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $62,570
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $62,290
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $59,910
    Napa, CA $58,270

    Related occupations in Chico, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,410
    Nursing Assistants $44,010
    Dental Assistants $48,090
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $45,150
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $43,680
    Medical Equipment Preparers $51,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Chico?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Chico, CA is $22.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.10 or more per hour.

    Is Chico above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Chico, CA is 4.1% 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 Chico?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,900 per year in Chico, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,680.