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Medical Assistants Salary in Arizona
Ranked #22 of 51 · AZ
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in Arizona earn between $38,100 and $51,310. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean medical assistants salary in Arizona is $45,790, about 0.7% below the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $22/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $46,830 | $46,570 | 15,410 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $45,820 | $45,340 | 650 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $45,490 | $47,660 | 390 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $44,940 | $43,840 | 570 |
| Tucson, AZ | $44,380 | $43,280 | 2,990 |
| Yuma, AZ | $43,880 | $42,880 | 420 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $42,890 | $44,100 | 240 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $40,690 | $42,370 | 520 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in Arizona?
The median medical assistants salary in Arizona is $45,940 per year (mean $45,790), and about 80% earn between $38,100 and $51,310.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in Arizona?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $45,790 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for medical assistants?
Arizona ranks #22 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $45,790 is about 0.7% below the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in Arizona pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arizona for medical assistants are Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ ($46,830), Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ ($45,820), Flagstaff, AZ ($45,490), by median annual wage.