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Medical Assistants Salary in Oregon
Ranked #5 of 51 · OR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in Oregon earn between $43,760 and $62,160. 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 Oregon is $52,400, about 13.6% above the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $25/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Oregon
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $56,240 | $55,090 | 6,390 |
| Albany, OR | $50,480 | $51,330 | 200 |
| Salem, OR | $50,240 | $52,500 | 1,090 |
| Bend, OR | $50,080 | $53,080 | 840 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $49,980 | $51,550 | 1,040 |
| Corvallis, OR | $48,890 | $50,720 | 340 |
| Medford, OR | $48,820 | $50,730 | 900 |
| Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $48,710 | $48,850 | 940 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in Oregon?
The median medical assistants salary in Oregon is $50,410 per year (mean $52,400), and about 80% earn between $43,760 and $62,160.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in Oregon?
Roughly $25 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $52,400 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Oregon a high-paying state for medical assistants?
Oregon ranks #5 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $52,400 is about 13.6% above the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in Oregon pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Oregon for medical assistants are Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($56,240), Albany, OR ($50,480), Salem, OR ($50,240), by median annual wage.