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 Rochester, MN
Medical Assistants in the Rochester area earn a median of $23.55 per hour, about $48,980 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.01 and $27.93. That ranks 23rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 6th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rochester. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rochester.
- $23.55median pay per hour, Rochester
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 520medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Assistant pay in Rochester, MN
The metro median is 1% below the Minnesota statewide median of $23.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 520 medical assistants employed in the Rochester metro area, 4.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.08 | $39,690 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.01 | $47,860 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Median | $23.55 | $48,980 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.93 | $58,090 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.32 | $58,910 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 23rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 6th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.55 median hour buys what $25.93 buys at the national price level, 22% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$848
- Per year: $42,390
- Per month: $3,532
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rochester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,449 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,837 |
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).
Open Medical Assistant roles in Minnesota
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Rochester as they open.
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Clinical Assistant (CMA/LPN) - Urgent Care
Essentia Health · Virginia, MN
$21.72–$32.58/ hour
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LPN, Medical Assistant, or Apprentice - 24 Hours Weekly - Urgent Care
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LPN, Medical Assistant, or Apprentice - 32 or 40 Hours Weekly - Orthopedics Specialties Float
Essentia Health · Detroit Lakes, MN
$21.72–$32.58/ hour
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Medical Assistant or LPN - Radiation Oncology
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN
$21.00–$30.89/ hour
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Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or LPN - Family Medicine
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN
$19.00–$19.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Rochester
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rochester, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester Rochester, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Olmsted Medical Center Rochester, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Behavioral Health Hospital Rochester Rochester, MN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Olmsted County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Olmsted County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeville, MN | 60 mi | $24.12/hr | 77,971 |
| Apple Valley, MN | 62 mi | $24.12/hr | 55,272 |
| La Crosse, WI | 64 mi | $23.91/hr | 51,049 |
| Eagan, MN | 65 mi | $24.12/hr | 67,240 |
| Burnsville, MN | 65 mi | $24.12/hr | 64,864 |
| Woodbury, MN | 65 mi | $24.12/hr | 80,596 |
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 Rochester
Rochester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Rochester, MN?
Medical Assistants in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $23.55 per hour, about $48,980 a year. The middle half earn between $23.01 and $27.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 6th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 23rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Rochester?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rochester, led by Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Rochester 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.
Is Rochester in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Olmsted 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 Rochester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rochester is $127 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,449 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportRochester, 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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