Medical Assistants Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,530 +9.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.33
10th percentile $38,750
90th percentile $58,860
Employed locally 470
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,750
    25th
    $45,370
    50th (median)
    $48,530
    75th
    $54,590
    90th
    $58,860

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$46,160
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$37,630
    Dental Assistants$45,750
    Massage Therapists$61,410
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$48,630
    Medical Equipment Preparers$54,290

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Northwest Colorado is $23.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.26 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Northwest Colorado is 9.8% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $38,750 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,370.