Medical Assistants pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for medical assistants is $22.70 an hour ($47,210 a year). About 20,330 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($45,690). New Jersey ranks 17th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.79 | $37,010 |
| 25% of workers | $20.26 | $42,150 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.70 | $47,210 |
| 75% of workers | $24.00 | $49,920 |
| 90% of workers | $27.92 | $58,070 |
Medical Assistants pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $45,950 | 890 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $45,550 | 800 |
| Vineland | $45,360 | 240 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $106,500 |
| Nursing Assistants | $46,830 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,160 |
| Dental Assistants | $49,390 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $58,300 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $50,240 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $49,050 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $82,710 |
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