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Medical Assistants Salary in Washington
Ranked #1 of 51 · WA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in Washington earn between $46,540 and $74,200. 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 Washington is $58,590, about 27% above the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $61,870 | $57,140 | 210 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $61,500 | $62,210 | 10,210 |
| Longview-Kelso, WA | $61,480 | $57,500 | 250 |
| Bellingham, WA | $57,410 | $55,940 | 510 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $56,020 | $52,360 | 140 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $55,920 | $55,480 | 760 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $55,700 | $55,130 | 580 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $55,680 | $56,050 | 610 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in Washington?
The median medical assistants salary in Washington is $59,290 per year (mean $58,590), and about 80% earn between $46,540 and $74,200.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in Washington?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,590 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Washington a high-paying state for medical assistants?
Washington ranks #1 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $58,590 is about 27% above the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in Washington pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Washington for medical assistants are Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA ($61,870), Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ($61,500), Longview-Kelso, WA ($61,480), by median annual wage.