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US Oncology Network · Arlington Heights, IL
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Medical Assistant jobs in Arlington Heights, IL
Medical Assistants in the Arlington Heights area earn a median of $22.47 per hour, about $46,740 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.45 and $24.03. That ranks 66th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 108th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Arlington Heights. The free report below lists employers near Arlington Heights and what they pay.
- $22.47median pay per hour, Chicago
- $19–$24typical range per hour
- 18,130medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 3% above the Illinois statewide median of $21.87 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 18,130 medical assistants employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 4.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.17 | $35,710 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.45 | $40,460 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.47 | $46,740 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.03 | $49,980 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.28 | $56,740 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Arlington Heights ranks
- 66th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 108th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Illinois 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 Arlington Heights
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.47 median hour buys what $21.69 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 Arlington Heights paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$809
- Per year: $40,446
- Per month: $3,370
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Arlington Heights
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $195 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,009 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,117 |
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 Arlington Heights
CMS lists 1 hospital in Arlington Heights, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Community Hospital 1 Arlington Heights, IL | 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 Cook County
HRSA lists 73 active primary care shortage designations that include Cook County (5 geographic, 37 population-group, 31 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Prospect, IL | 3 mi | $22.47/hr | 55,460 |
| Palatine, IL | 3 mi | $22.47/hr | 65,951 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Illinois · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Arlington Heights, IL?
Medical Assistants in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $22.47 per hour, about $46,740 a year. The middle half earn between $19.45 and $24.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Arlington Heights a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 108th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 66th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Arlington Heights?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Arlington Heights. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Arlington Heights.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Arlington Heights as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Arlington Heights in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 73 active primary care shortage designations that include Cook 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 Arlington Heights?
The federal per diem benchmark in Arlington Heights is $195 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,009 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Arlington Heights?
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportArlington Heights, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- US Oncology NetworkArlington Heights, IL · 3 postings$20.00/ hr$19–$24
- Advocate HealthElgin, IL · 26 postings$28.36/ hr$22–$34
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoNorthbrook, IL · 2 postings$24.31/ hr$19–$30
- Southern Illinois HealthcareIllinois · 9 postings$24.25/ hr$19–$33
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$23.48High$33
108 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Illinois, 92 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 108 Medical Assistant roles
- Certified Medical Assistant or Clinic Care AidePermanent$19.40–$29.10/ hour
- Medical AssistantPermanent$19.79–$28.69/ hour
+ 106 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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