Medical Assistants Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,940 -7.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.68
10th percentile $35,930
90th percentile $48,410
Employed locally 300
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,930
    25th
    $37,600
    50th (median)
    $40,940
    75th
    $43,740
    90th
    $48,410

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $34,360
    Nursing Assistants $40,830
    Dental Assistants $45,920
    Physical Therapist Assistants $66,300
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,150
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $39,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $19.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.75 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 7.4% 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $35,930 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,600.