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Medical Assistant jobs in Coconut Creek, FL
The median medical assistant pay in the Coconut Creek area is $21.40 per hour ($44,520 a year), with the typical range running from $18.08 to $22.97. That ranks 118th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 321st of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 45 hospitals in the Coconut Creek metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Coconut Creek.
- $21.40median pay per hour, Miami
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 17,560medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 114cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Assistant pay in Coconut Creek, FL
The metro median is 8% above the Florida statewide median of $19.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 17,560 medical assistants employed in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area, 6.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.63 | $36,670 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.08 | $37,610 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.40 | $44,520 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.97 | $47,780 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.93 | $51,850 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Coconut Creek ranks
- 118th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 321st of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 20 Florida 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.
What your pay buys in Coconut Creek
- Overall prices in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach run 14% above the U.S. average (index 114.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 56% above the U.S. average (index 155.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.40 median hour buys what $18.75 buys at the national price level, 12% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$770
- Per year: $38,520
- Per month: $3,210
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Coconut Creek
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $177 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,841 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,933 |
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. 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).
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Hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach area
CMS lists 45 hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach area, 13 of the 39 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Hospital Of Miami Miami, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cleveland Clinic Hospital Weston, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Coral Gables, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Hospital Miramar Miramar, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| West Kendall Baptist Hospital Miami, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Broward Health Coral Springs Coral Springs, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Kendall Hospital Miami, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Homestead Hospital Homestead, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Jupiter Medical Center Jupiter, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus Hialeah, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 Broward County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Broward County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margate, FL | 3 mi | $21.40/hr | 60,650 |
| Pompano Beach, FL | 4 mi | $21.40/hr | 118,104 |
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License and tax basics in Florida
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Coconut Creek, FL?
Medical Assistants in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area have a median pay of $21.40 per hour, about $44,520 a year. The middle half earn between $18.08 and $22.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Coconut Creek a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach ranks 321st of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 118th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Coconut Creek?
CMS lists 45 hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach area, led by Baptist Hospital Of Miami. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Coconut Creek as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Coconut Creek in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Broward 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 Coconut Creek?
The federal per diem benchmark in Coconut Creek is $177 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,841 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Coconut Creek?
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportCoconut Creek, FL · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Florida Physician Specialties, LLCJacksonville, FL · 1 wage offer$21.63/ hr$22–$22
- Epe, LLC.Miami, FL · 1 wage offer$18.75/ hr$19–$19
- New Face MD LLCMiami, FL · 1 wage offer$18.75/ hr$19–$19
- San Jose Clinic PAJacksonville, FL · 1 wage offer$18.50/ hr$18–$18
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$18.50High$19
7 employer-reported wage offers for Medical Assistant in federal filings in Florida, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant - CMA - Telehealth SupportPermanent$19.00–$22.00/ hour
- Medical Assistant | Multiple Specialties & Locations | First Physicians GroupPermanent$20.50–$28.90/ hour
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