Medical Assistant jobs in Elkhart, IN
Pay for medical assistants in the Elkhart area centers on $18.84 per hour, or about $39,180 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.31 and the upper quarter over $22.18. That ranks 222nd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 161st of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Elkhart. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Elkhart.
- $18.84median pay per hour, Elkhart
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 540medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Assistant pay in Elkhart, IN
The metro median is 8% below the Indiana statewide median of $20.38 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 540 medical assistants employed in the Elkhart-Goshen metro area, 4.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.57 | $36,550 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.31 | $38,080 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.84 | $39,180 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.18 | $46,130 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.87 | $47,570 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Elkhart ranks
- 222nd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 161st of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 12 Indiana 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 Elkhart
- Overall prices in Elkhart-Goshen run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% below the U.S. average (index 64.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.84 median hour buys what $20.86 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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- Per year: $33,912
- Per month: $2,826
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Elkhart-Goshen metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Elkhart
| 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 Elkhart
CMS lists 1 hospital in Elkhart, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart General Hospital Elkhart, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 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 Elkhart County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Elkhart County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mishawaka, IN | 11 mi | $18.58/hr | 51,020 |
| South Bend, IN | 16 mi | $18.58/hr | 103,713 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 45 mi | $20.31/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 56 mi | $18.67/hr | 52,205 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | 60 mi | $20.92/hr | 273,203 |
| Gary, IN | 72 mi | $22.47/hr | 67,555 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Indiana · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Other healthcare roles in Elkhart
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Elkhart, IN?
Medical Assistants in the Elkhart-Goshen metro area have a median pay of $18.84 per hour, about $39,180 a year. The middle half earn between $18.31 and $22.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Elkhart a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Elkhart-Goshen ranks 161st of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 222nd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Elkhart?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Elkhart, led by Elkhart General Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Elkhart as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Elkhart in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Elkhart 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 Elkhart?
The federal per diem benchmark in Elkhart 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.
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