MO · Springfield · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Assistant jobs in Springfield, MO

Medical Assistants in the Springfield area earn a median of $18.47 per hour, about $38,420 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.57 and $19.58. That ranks 249th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 163rd of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Springfield. The free report below lists employers near Springfield and what they pay.

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Medical Assistant pay in Springfield, MO

The metro median is 2% below the Missouri statewide median of $18.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 1,250 medical assistants employed in the Springfield metro area, 5.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.10).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$16.00$33,28025% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$17.57$36,55017% below U.S. median
Median$18.47$38,42013% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$19.58$40,7308% below U.S. median
Top 10%$21.32$44,350in line with U.S. median

How Springfield ranks

  • 249th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 163rd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
  • 4th of 8 Missouri 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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What your pay buys in Springfield

  • Overall prices in Springfield run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.6, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 65.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $18.47 median hour buys what $20.85 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Springfield paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$665
  • Per year: $33,246
  • Per month: $2,770

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Springfield

ItemFederal 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).

Open Medical Assistant roles in Missouri

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Hospitals in Springfield

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Springfield, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Cox Medical Centers
Springfield, MO		Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Mercy Hospital Springfield
Springfield, MO		Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Lakeland Behavioral Health System
Springfield, MO		PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedYes
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of Springfield
Springfield, MO		PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Primary care shortage areas in Greene County

HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Greene County (1 population-group, 4 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

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Joplin, MO67 mi$17.56/hr53,605
Rogers, AR77 mi$18.18/hr75,639
Bentonville, AR78 mi$18.18/hr61,791
Springdale, AR84 mi$18.18/hr89,368
Fayetteville, AR91 mi$18.18/hr103,134
Columbia, MO132 mi$18.07/hr130,900

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License and tax basics in Missouri

Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Missouri taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Missouri state guide

Other healthcare roles in Springfield

Springfield city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do medical assistants make in Springfield, MO?

Medical Assistants in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $18.47 per hour, about $38,420 a year. The middle half earn between $17.57 and $19.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Springfield a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?

Springfield ranks 163rd of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 249th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.

Where do medical assistants work in Springfield?

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Springfield, led by Cox Medical Centers. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Missouri license to work in Springfield as a medical assistant?

Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Springfield in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Greene 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 Springfield?

The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield 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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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • University of Missouri Health CareColumbia, MO · 3 postings$21.49/ hr$17–$28
  • 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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2What they are offering now

Low$17Median$21.49High$28

3 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Missouri, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 3 Medical Assistant roles

  1. Medical Assistant - Outpatient Clinics - Multiple Locations!Permanent
    $16.68–$26.31/ hour
    University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO · posted today
  2. Medical Assistant - Jefferson City Clinics (Click For Locations)Permanent
    $16.68–$26.31/ hour
    University of Missouri Health Care · Jefferson City, MO · posted 7 days ago

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