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Medical Assistant Salary in Texas

Median Annual in Texas
$39,520/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$19.00/hr
▼ 14% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Texas

groups Employed in TX
75,340
public U.S. Median
$45,690
trending_up National Outlook
+14%

Medical Assistant pay in Texas, explained

Medical assistants in Texas earn a median of $39,520 per year ($19.00 per hour), which is 14% below the national median of $45,690. Entry-level workers earn around $31,200, while the most experienced medical assistants reach about $49,260. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Texas.

Medical Assistant in Texas: FAQ

How much do medical assistants make in Texas?

Medical assistants in Texas earn a median of $39,520 per year ($19.00 per hour), compared with $45,690 nationally.

Does Texas pay medical assistants well?

At $39,520, Texas pays 14% below the national median for medical assistants. An estimated 75,340 work in the state.

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