Medical Assistants Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $44,990 +1.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.63
10th percentile $35,530
90th percentile $57,580
Employed locally 70
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,530
    25th
    $37,710
    50th (median)
    $44,990
    75th
    $47,340
    90th
    $57,580

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $38,340
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $31,040
    Dental Assistants $45,550
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,380
    Physical Therapist Aides $30,750
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Northwest Nebraska is $21.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Northwest Nebraska is 1.8% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $35,530 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,710.