Medical Assistants pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for medical assistants is $17.00 an hour ($35,360 a year). About 3,340 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($45,690). Mississippi ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.04 | $29,210 |
| 25% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.00 | $35,360 |
| 75% of workers | $18.36 | $38,190 |
| 90% of workers | $21.67 | $45,070 |
Medical Assistants pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $36,020 | 840 |
| Hattiesburg | $35,950 | 290 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $35,590 | 480 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,090 |
| Nursing Assistants | $31,520 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $50,220 |
| Dental Assistants | $39,160 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $41,500 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $39,010 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $36,220 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $38,000 |
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