Medical Assistants Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,870 +12.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.98
10th percentile $39,880
90th percentile $58,680
Employed locally 680
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,880
    25th
    $45,480
    50th (median)
    $49,870
    75th
    $52,170
    90th
    $58,680

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $37,590
    Nursing Assistants $44,780
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $42,710
    Massage Therapists $96,950
    Dental Assistants $47,150
    Phlebotomists $45,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Hawaii / Kauai is $23.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.86 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 12.8% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $39,880 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,480.