verified BLS-Verified
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2025 release
Medical Assistant Salary in Texas
Median Annual in Texas
$39,520/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$19.00/hr
▼ 14% below U.S. median
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.