Medical Assistants Salary in Washington
Medical Assistants in Washington earn a median of $59,290 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $59,290
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($45,690)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 19,500
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,540; the top 10% earn over $74,200. Nationally the range is $36,050 to $59,310.
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Medical Assistants pay in Washington
How much do medical assistants make in Washington?
The median is $59,290 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,540 and the top 10% earn over $74,200. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for medical assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+30% vs. the national median of $45,690). Living costs are not included.