Medical Assistants pay in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, the median pay for medical assistants is $24.54 an hour ($51,050 a year). About 2,260 people work in this job there.
That is 12% higher than the U.S. median ($45,690). District of Columbia ranks 3rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in District of Columbia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.05 | $39,620 |
| 25% of workers | $22.95 | $47,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.54 | $51,050 |
| 75% of workers | $28.77 | $59,850 |
| 90% of workers | $36.97 | $76,900 |
Medical Assistants pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $46,640 | 13,890 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (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 District of Columbia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $102,540 |
| Nursing Assistants | $47,700 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $55,920 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,740 |
| Dental Assistants | $60,580 |
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