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Corewell Health · Farmington Hills, MI
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Medical Assistant jobs in Farmington Hills, MI
The median medical assistant pay in the Farmington Hills area is $18.45 per hour ($38,370 a year), with the typical range running from $17.72 to $21.93. That ranks 252nd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 333rd of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Farmington Hills. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Farmington Hills.
- $18.45median pay per hour, Detroit
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 10,600medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Farmington Hills. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Medical Assistant III Primary Care
Corewell Health · Farmington Hills, MI
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Medical Assistant III Family Medicine
Corewell Health · Farmington Hills, MI
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Medical Assistant pay in Farmington Hills, MI
The metro median is 1% below the Michigan statewide median of $18.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 10,600 medical assistants employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 5.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.09 | $35,550 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.72 | $36,860 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.45 | $38,370 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.93 | $45,610 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.71 | $47,240 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Farmington Hills ranks
- 252nd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 333rd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 14 Michigan 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.
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- Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.45 median hour buys what $18.40 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.
Estimate your Farmington Hills paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$664
- Per year: $33,210
- Per month: $2,768
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Farmington Hills
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $116 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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 Farmington Hills
CMS lists 1 hospital in Farmington Hills, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills Farmington Hills, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 Oakland County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Oakland County (1 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novi, MI | 6 mi | $18.45/hr | 67,675 |
| Southfield, MI | 6 mi | $18.45/hr | 76,874 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Michigan · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Michigan
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan 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 Farmington Hills, MI?
Medical Assistants in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $18.45 per hour, about $38,370 a year. The middle half earn between $17.72 and $21.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Farmington Hills a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 333rd of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 252nd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Farmington Hills?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Farmington Hills, led by Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Farmington Hills as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Farmington Hills in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Oakland 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 Farmington Hills?
The federal per diem benchmark in Farmington Hills is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Farmington Hills?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Farmington Hills and across Michigan. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Farmington Hills.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 21 postings$31.77/ hr$26–$42
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 11 postings$31.60/ hr$26–$37
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