Medical Assistants Salary in Tyler, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tyler, TX

Median annual salary $37,110 -16% vs national
Median hourly $17.84
10th percentile $29,890
90th percentile $44,490
Employed locally 720
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,890
    25th
    $35,400
    50th (median)
    $37,110
    75th
    $42,390
    90th
    $44,490

    Tyler economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,923 2023 • Census ACS
    Medical Assistants salary vs area income 52% Median Medical Assistants salary is 48% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Tyler?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Tyler, TX is $17.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.50 or more per hour.

    Is Tyler above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Tyler, TX is 16% 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 Tyler?

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $29,890 per year in Tyler, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,400.