Medical Assistants Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,690 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.49
10th percentile $34,160
90th percentile $54,680
Employed locally 400
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,160
    25th
    $37,860
    50th (median)
    $44,690
    75th
    $49,010
    90th
    $54,680

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $34,520
    Nursing Assistants $36,680
    Dental Assistants $37,560
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,790
    Physical Therapist Assistants $58,560
    Physical Therapist Aides $29,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Northwestern Idaho is $21.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.73 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Northwestern Idaho is 1.1% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $34,160 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,860.