Medical Assistants Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,180 -4.6% vs national
Median hourly $20.28
10th percentile $36,890
90th percentile $46,690
Employed locally 200
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,890
    25th
    $38,120
    50th (median)
    $42,180
    75th
    $45,610
    90th
    $46,690

    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

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$38,130
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$32,780
    Dental Assistants$43,990
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$47,490
    Physical Therapist Assistants$63,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in East-Central Montana is $20.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.97 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in East-Central Montana is 4.6% below 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $36,890 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,120.