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CMA | FT | Days | Le Bonheur Peds | Southaven
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare · Southaven, MS
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Medical Assistant jobs in Southaven, MS
Pay for medical assistants in the Southaven area centers on $18.44 per hour, or about $38,360 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.59 and the upper quarter over $21.09. That ranks 253rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 232nd of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Southaven. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Southaven.
- $18.44median pay per hour, Memphis
- $18–$21typical range per hour
- 3,640medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Southaven. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Medical Assistant pay in Southaven, MS
The metro median is 10% above the Mississippi statewide median of $16.73 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 3,640 medical assistants employed in the Memphis metro area, 5.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.38 | $34,070 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.59 | $36,590 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.44 | $38,360 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.09 | $43,870 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.57 | $46,950 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Southaven ranks
- 253rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 232nd 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.
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- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.44 median hour buys what $20.00 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Southaven paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$664
- Per year: $33,192
- Per month: $2,766
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Southaven
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
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 Southaven
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 11 mi | $18.44/hr | 610,919 |
| Collierville, TN | 17 mi | $18.44/hr | 51,951 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 72 mi | $17.47/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 81 mi | $17.84/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 129 mi | $18.33/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 136 mi | $18.33/hr | 204,774 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Mississippi · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi 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 Southaven, MS?
Medical Assistants in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $18.44 per hour, about $38,360 a year. The middle half earn between $17.59 and $21.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southaven a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 232nd of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 253rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Southaven?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Southaven as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Southaven?
The federal per diem benchmark in Southaven is $126 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Southaven?
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- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
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