Medical Assistants Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,950 -0.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.13
10th percentile $36,380
90th percentile $49,690
Employed locally 620
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,380
    25th
    $39,230
    50th (median)
    $43,950
    75th
    $47,090
    90th
    $49,690

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,440
    Nursing Assistants$41,990
    Dental Assistants$48,190
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,840
    Physical Therapist Assistants$60,100
    Massage Therapists$48,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in South Central Wisconsin is $21.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.44 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in South Central Wisconsin is 0.6% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $36,380 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,230.