Medical Assistants Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,170 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.87
10th percentile $29,320
90th percentile $43,810
Employed locally 540
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,320
    25th
    $31,890
    50th (median)
    $37,170
    75th
    $39,090
    90th
    $43,810

    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 Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $22,250
    Nursing Assistants $31,680
    Dental Assistants $36,260
    Physical Therapist Assistants $76,960
    Phlebotomists $36,710
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $79,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Eastern Region of Texas is $17.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.19 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 15.9% 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 Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $29,320 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,890.