Medical Assistants Salary in Springfield, IL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Springfield, IL

Median annual salary $40,600 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $19.52
10th percentile $37,710
90th percentile $46,880
Employed locally 760
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,710
    25th
    $37,850
    50th (median)
    $40,600
    75th
    $45,670
    90th
    $46,880

    Springfield economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,580 2023 • Census ACS
    Medical Assistants salary vs area income 54% Median Medical Assistants salary is 46% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Springfield?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Springfield, IL is $19.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.93 or more per hour.

    Is Springfield above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Springfield, IL is 8.1% 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 Springfield?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,710 per year in Springfield, IL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,850.