Medical Assistants pay in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury
In Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury (CT), the median pay for medical assistants is $23.06 an hour ($47,970 a year). About 2,790 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($45,690). It is about the same as the Connecticut median ($47,430).
Pay range for medical assistants in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury (CT)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.43 | $38,340 |
| 25% of workers | $21.63 | $44,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.06 | $47,970 |
| 75% of workers | $24.51 | $50,970 |
| 90% of workers | $28.52 | $59,320 |
Medical Assistants pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Haven | $48,400 | 2,220 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury (this page) | $47,970 | 2,790 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $47,010 | 870 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $46,880 | 3,270 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $46,760 | 630 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury (CT)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $105,660 |
| Nursing Assistants | $45,560 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,180 |
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