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Medical Assistants Salary in Virginia
Ranked #31 of 51 · VA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in Virginia earn between $37,090 and $52,000. 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 Virginia is $44,050, about 4.5% below the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $21/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $44,910 | $43,200 | 200 |
| Richmond, VA | $44,490 | $43,060 | 3,210 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $43,620 | $42,400 | 3,040 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $42,140 | $43,120 | 360 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $40,960 | $42,300 | 400 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $40,210 | $40,730 | 450 |
| Southside Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $39,410 | $41,210 | 360 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA | $39,410 | $41,560 | 160 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in Virginia?
The median medical assistants salary in Virginia is $44,740 per year (mean $44,050), and about 80% earn between $37,090 and $52,000.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in Virginia?
Roughly $21 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $44,050 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Virginia a high-paying state for medical assistants?
Virginia ranks #31 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $44,050 is about 4.5% below the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in Virginia pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Virginia for medical assistants are Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area ($44,910), Richmond, VA ($44,490), Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC ($43,620), by median annual wage.