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Medical Assistants Salary in New York
Ranked #13 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in New York earn between $37,280 and $59,480. 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 New York is $48,750, about 5.7% above the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ithaca, NY | $53,760 | $49,040 | 390 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $48,370 | $49,590 | 44,060 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $47,860 | $45,410 | 190 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $45,450 | $45,400 | 1,060 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $44,870 | $44,120 | 1,390 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $44,650 | $44,580 | 2,310 |
| Syracuse, NY | $44,250 | $44,130 | 1,230 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $44,190 | $44,660 | 430 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in New York?
The median medical assistants salary in New York is $48,000 per year (mean $48,750), and about 80% earn between $37,280 and $59,480.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in New York?
Roughly $23 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $48,750 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for medical assistants?
New York ranks #13 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $48,750 is about 5.7% above the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in New York pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for medical assistants are Ithaca, NY ($53,760), New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($48,370), Glens Falls, NY ($47,860), by median annual wage.