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Medical Assistant
US Oncology Network · Arlington Heights, IL
$19.00–$24.00/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Gary, IN
Pay for medical assistants in the Gary area centers on $22.47 per hour, or about $46,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.45 and the upper quarter over $24.03. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Gary. That ranks 66th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 108th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Gary.
- $22.47median pay per hour, Chicago
- $19–$24typical range per hour
- 18,130medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 41open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Medical Assistant roles near Gary
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Medicine
Advocate Health · Hoffman Estates, IL
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Surgery Clinics
Advocate Health · Park Ridge, IL
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Infusion
Advocate Health · Crystal Lake, IL
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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Medical Assistant (MA)- Immediate Care
Advocate Health · Aurora, IL
$21.85–$34.35/ hour
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Medical Assistant
Advocate Health · Westmont, IL
$21.85–$32.80/ hour
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Clinic
Advocate Health · Park Ridge, IL
$21.85–$32.80/ hour
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Certified Medical Assistant Family Practice
OSF Healthcare System · Chicago, IL
$23.06–$27.13/ hour
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Medical Assistant - Primary Care Clinic
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Chicago, IL
$19.00–$26.53/ hour
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Medical Assistant/Patient Service Rep - Occupational Medicine Clinic (Skokie)
Advocate Health · Skokie, IL
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Medicine Clinic
Advocate Health · Glenview, IL
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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Medical Assistant - Family Medicine Clinic
Advocate Health · Chicago, IL
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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More open Medical Assistant roles in Gary
1 more open role from employers in Gary. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Medical Assistant
CVS Health · Gary, IN
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate Health | 26 | $28.36 |
| OSF Healthcare System | 4 | $22.21 |
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 4 | $22.77 |
| US Oncology Network | 3 | $20 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | 1 | $24.90 |
| Premise Health | 1 | $26.50 |
| Silver Cross Hospital | 1 | $21.88 |
| Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | 1 | $23.75 |
Medical Assistant pay in Gary, IN
The metro median is 10% above the Indiana statewide median of $20.38 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 Gary ranks
- 66th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 108th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
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 Gary
- 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 Gary 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 Gary
| 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 Gary
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gary, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Hospitals Inc Gary, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 Lake County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Lake County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammond, IN | 8 mi | $22.47/hr | 76,030 |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 23 mi | $22.47/hr | 56,531 |
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.
Indiana 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 Gary, IN?
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 Gary 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 Gary?
We list 41 open roles with published pay from 8 employers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gary.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Gary 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 Gary in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Lake 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 Gary?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gary 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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- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
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