Medical Assistants Salary in Killeen, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Killeen-Temple, TX

Median annual salary $38,790 -12.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.65
10th percentile $31,220
90th percentile $46,840
Employed locally 860
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,220
    25th
    $36,070
    50th (median)
    $38,790
    75th
    $44,910
    90th
    $46,840

    Killeen economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,203 2023 • Census ACS
    Medical Assistants salary vs area income 58% Median Medical Assistants salary is 42% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Killeen?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Killeen, TX is $18.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.38 or more per hour.

    Is Killeen above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Killeen, TX is 12.2% 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 Killeen?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $31,220 per year in Killeen, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,070.