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Medical Assistant Limited X-Ray
GoHealth Urgent Care · Rogers, AR
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Medical Assistant jobs in Rogers, AR
Medical Assistants in the Rogers area earn a median of $18.18 per hour, about $37,800 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.53 and $20.13. That ranks 275th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 240th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Rogers. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rogers.
- $18.18median pay per hour, Fayetteville
- $18–$20typical range per hour
- 1,150medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Medical Assistant pay in Rogers, AR
The metro median is 2% above the Arkansas statewide median of $17.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 1,150 medical assistants employed in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area, 4.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.24 | $31,700 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.53 | $36,460 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.18 | $37,800 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.13 | $41,870 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.40 | $46,590 | 5% above U.S. median |
How Rogers ranks
- 275th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 240th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Arkansas metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Assistants (SOC 31-9092), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.18 median hour buys what $19.90 buys at the national price level, 6% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Rogers paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$654
- Per year: $32,724
- Per month: $2,727
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rogers
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel medical assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Rogers
CMS lists 1 hospital in Rogers, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas Rogers, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Benton County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Benton County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 14 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentonville, AR | 5 mi | $18.18/hr | 61,791 |
| Springdale, AR | 9 mi | $18.18/hr | 89,368 |
| Joplin, MO | 56 mi | $17.56/hr | 53,605 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 68 mi | $17.17/hr | 90,507 |
| Springfield, MO | 77 mi | $18.47/hr | 170,596 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 93 mi | $18.71/hr | 122,756 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Arkansas · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arkansas
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Rogers city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Rogers, AR?
Medical Assistants in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area have a median pay of $18.18 per hour, about $37,800 a year. The middle half earn between $17.53 and $20.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rogers a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers ranks 240th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 275th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Rogers?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Rogers, led by Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Rogers as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Rogers in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Benton County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Rogers?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rogers is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Rogers?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Rogers and across Arkansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Rogers.
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