Medical Assistants pay in Tucson
In Tucson (AZ), the median pay for medical assistants is $21.34 an hour ($44,380 a year). About 2,990 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($45,690). It is 3% lower than the Arizona median ($45,940).
Pay range for medical assistants in Tucson (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.12 | $37,700 |
| 25% of workers | $18.89 | $39,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.34 | $44,380 |
| 75% of workers | $22.09 | $45,940 |
| 90% of workers | $23.02 | $47,880 |
Medical Assistants pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $46,830 | 15,410 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $45,820 | 650 |
| Flagstaff | $45,490 | 390 |
| Tucson (this page) | $44,380 | 2,990 |
| Yuma | $43,880 | 420 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $42,890 | 240 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $40,690 | 520 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for medical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +12.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 109,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tucson (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,110 |
| Nursing Assistants | $42,560 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,940 |
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