Medical Assistants pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for medical assistants is $21.49 an hour ($44,700 a year). About 5,250 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($45,690). Idaho ranks 30th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.07 | $35,500 |
| 25% of workers | $18.16 | $37,780 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.49 | $44,700 |
| 75% of workers | $23.15 | $48,160 |
| 90% of workers | $27.28 | $56,740 |
Medical Assistants pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boise City | $46,310 | 2,360 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $45,370 | 540 |
| Lewiston | $44,570 | 190 |
| Idaho Falls | $38,370 | 570 |
| Twin Falls | $38,360 | 290 |
| Pocatello | $37,610 | 400 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $92,460 |
| Nursing Assistants | $38,650 |
| Dental Assistants | $45,880 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,800 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $53,460 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,220 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $28,660 |
| Phlebotomists | $43,400 |
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