Medical Assistants Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,190 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.88
10th percentile $33,870
90th percentile $46,910
Employed locally 470
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,870
    25th
    $35,760
    50th (median)
    $37,190
    75th
    $43,550
    90th
    $46,910

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,810
    Nursing Assistants $37,490
    Physical Therapist Aides $25,500
    Dental Assistants $44,950
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,280
    Physical Therapist Assistants $58,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Southern Michigan is $17.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.30 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Southern Michigan is 15.9% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $33,870 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,760.