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Medical Assistant II Med Grp
Advocate Health · Cartersville, GA
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Atlanta, GA
Medical Assistants in the Atlanta area earn a median of $21.66 per hour, about $45,040 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.31 and $22.52. That ranks 104th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 111th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Atlanta and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Atlanta.
- $21.66median pay per hour, Atlanta
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 15,390medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Medical Assistant Certified - The Ponce Center - Full-time Days
Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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Certified Medical Assistant - Lee + White - FT Days
Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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Certified Medical Assistant - Cardiac Clinic - FT Days
Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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Medical Assistant Certified - Brookhaven Health Center - FT Days
Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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Medical Assistant 2 - Pediatric Surgery
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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Medical Assistant II - Head & Neck, Glenlake
Kaiser Permanente · Atlanta, GA
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Medical Assistant, Outpatient Float Pool - PRN
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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Medical Assistant Certified - East Point Health Center - FT Days
Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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Certified Medical Assistant - Neurology Clinic - FT Days
Grady Health System · Atlanta, GA
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Medical Assistant II, Glenlake - Plastic Surgery
Kaiser Permanente · Atlanta, GA
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Atlanta, GA
The metro median is 16% above the Georgia statewide median of $18.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 15,390 medical assistants employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 5.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.31 | $36,000 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.31 | $38,080 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.66 | $45,040 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.52 | $46,840 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.67 | $51,310 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Atlanta ranks
- 104th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 111th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 12 Georgia 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 Atlanta
- Overall prices in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.66 median hour buys what $21.65 buys at the national price level, 2% above 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 Atlanta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$780
- Per year: $38,988
- Per month: $3,249
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Atlanta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $186 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,904 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,752 |
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).
Hospitals in Atlanta
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Hospital, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Midtown Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Grady Memorial Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Athur M Blank Hospital Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta At Scottish Rite Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Peachford Behavioral Health System Of Atlanta Atlanta, GA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Fulton County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Fulton County (6 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven, GA | 8 mi | $21.66/hr | 59,370 |
| Smyrna, GA | 9 mi | $21.66/hr | 57,177 |
| Athens, GA | 62 mi | $18.59/hr | 128,691 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Atlanta
Atlanta city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Atlanta, GA?
Medical Assistants in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $21.66 per hour, about $45,040 a year. The middle half earn between $18.31 and $22.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Atlanta a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 111th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 104th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Atlanta?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Atlanta.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Atlanta as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Atlanta in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Fulton 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 Atlanta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Atlanta is $186 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,904 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Atlanta?
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportAtlanta, GA · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Advocate HealthMacon, GA · 9 postings$28.62/ hr$22–$34
- CommonSpirit HealthRINGGOLD, GA · 2 postings$22.09/ hr$18–$27
- JK Health Care Group IncDuluth, GA · 1 wage offer$18.85/ hr$19–$19
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$28.62High$34
12 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Georgia, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 12 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant II Med GrpPermanent$22.90–$34.35/ hour
- OBGYN CMA 1Permanent$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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