Medical Assistants pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for medical assistants is $19.44 an hour ($40,440 a year). About 13,050 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($45,690). Missouri ranks 39th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.21 | $35,810 |
| 25% of workers | $17.97 | $37,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.44 | $40,440 |
| 75% of workers | $22.40 | $46,600 |
| 90% of workers | $23.25 | $48,360 |
Medical Assistants pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $45,300 | 4,220 |
| St. Louis | $44,710 | 6,170 |
| Columbia | $41,350 | 380 |
| St. Joseph | $40,280 | 270 |
| Jefferson City | $38,260 | 280 |
| Springfield | $37,870 | 1,600 |
| Cape Girardeau | $37,470 | 350 |
| Joplin | $37,220 | 440 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,780 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,530 |
| Dental Assistants | $45,970 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $46,040 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $50,750 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $40,290 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $73,680 |
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