PermanentPosted today
Medical Assistant/MA - Specialty Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Edina, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Medical Assistant jobs in Lakeville, MN
Pay for medical assistants in the Lakeville area centers on $24.12 per hour, or about $50,180 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.84 and the upper quarter over $26.82. The CMS hospital directory lists 18 hospitals in the Lakeville metro area. That ranks 13th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 46th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lakeville.
- $24.12median pay per hour, Minneapolis
- $23–$27typical range per hour
- 6,990medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 39open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Roles in other cities of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area.
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Medical Assistant/MA - Heart and Vascular Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Edina, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
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Medical Assistant/MA -Pain Management Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Edina, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Medical Assistant/MA- Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Medical Assistant/MA/LPN - Primary Care Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Eden Prairie, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Medical Assistant/MA - Physical Medicine and Rehab Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Clinical/Medical Assistant - Burnsville
US Oncology Network · Burnsville, MN
$22.00–$33.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Assistant/MA - Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Medical Assistant - Vascular/Vein/Wound Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Edina, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Medical Assistant/MA - Pediatric Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Medical Assistant/MA - Dermatology Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Bloomington, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Medical Assistant/MA - Primary Care Clinic
Fairview Health Services · Edina, MN
$22.96–$32.42/ hour
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Named employers near Lakeville, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring medical assistants near Lakeville
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Fairview Health Services | 35 | $27.69 |
| US Oncology Network | 2 | $27.50 |
| Premise Health | 1 | $26 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | 1 | $24.82 |
Medical Assistant pay in Lakeville, MN
The metro median is 2% above the Minnesota statewide median of $23.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 6,990 medical assistants employed in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.70).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.71 | $41,000 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.84 | $47,510 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Median | $24.12 | $50,180 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.82 | $55,790 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.37 | $59,010 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Lakeville ranks
- 13th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 46th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Minnesota 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 Lakeville
- Overall prices in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington run 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.12 median hour buys what $23.01 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Lakeville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$868
- Per year: $43,416
- Per month: $3,618
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lakeville
| 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 the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area
CMS lists 18 hospitals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area, 9 of the 14 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital Edina, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Maple Grove Hospital Maple Grove, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Minneapolis Va Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Abbott Northwestern Hospital Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Cambridge Medical Center Cambridge, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital Burnsville, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center Minneapolis, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital Woodbury, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ridgeview Medical Center Waconia, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Allina United Hospital Saint Paul, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Valley, MN | 5 mi | $24.12/hr | 55,272 |
| Burnsville, MN | 6 mi | $24.12/hr | 64,864 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Minnesota · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lakeville
Lakeville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Lakeville, MN?
Medical Assistants in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $24.12 per hour, about $50,180 a year. The middle half earn between $22.84 and $26.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lakeville a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ranks 46th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 13th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Lakeville?
We list 39 open roles with published pay from 4 employers in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lakeville.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Lakeville as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Lakeville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lakeville 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.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Lakeville?
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportLakeville, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CentraCareSaint Cloud, MN · 5 postings$30.88/ hr$22–$39
- Fairview Health ServicesMinneapolis, MN · 50 postings$27.69/ hr$23–$32
- US Oncology NetworkBurnsville, MN · 2 postings$27.50/ hr$22–$33
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 31 postings$27.15/ hr$17–$33
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$27.15High$32
141 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Minnesota, 122 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 141 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant/MA - Specialty ClinicPermanent$22.96–$32.42/ hour
- Clinical Assistant (CMA/LPN) - Urgent CarePermanent$21.72–$32.58/ hour
+ 139 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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