Medical Assistants pay in Nevada
In Nevada, the median pay for medical assistants is $21.73 an hour ($45,200 a year). About 7,760 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($45,690). Nevada ranks 26th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in Nevada
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.98 | $37,400 |
| 25% of workers | $18.40 | $38,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.73 | $45,200 |
| 75% of workers | $22.76 | $47,330 |
| 90% of workers | $26.50 | $55,120 |
Medical Assistants pay in Nevada metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Reno | $47,010 | 1,160 |
| Carson City | $46,800 | 170 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas | $44,220 | 5,940 |
Nevada unemployment rate: 4.8% (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 Nevada
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $103,670 |
| Nursing Assistants | $45,490 |
| Dental Assistants | $47,110 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $76,160 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $50,300 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $49,620 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,660 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $31,970 |
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