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Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Medicine
Hospital Sisters Health System · Edwardsville, IL
$19.00–$27.55/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in St. Louis, MO
The median medical assistant pay in the St. Louis area is $20.50 per hour ($42,630 a year), with the typical range running from $18.38 to $21.75. 6 open roles with published pay are listed for St. Louis and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. Louis.
- $20.50median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 5,040medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 6open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Medical Assistant roles near St. Louis
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Outpatient
Hospital Sisters Health System · O'Fallon, IL
$19.00–$27.55/ hour
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Breese CCRH
Hospital Sisters Health System · Breese, IL
$19.00–$27.55/ hour
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Family & Internal Medicine
Hospital Sisters Health System · Highland, IL
$19.00–$27.55/ hour
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Certified Medical Assistant Urology
OSF Healthcare System · Alton, IL
$20.41–$24.01/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Medical Assistant (MA)/Patient Care Technician
Hospital Sisters Health System · Breese, IL
$19.00–$27.55/ hour
More open Medical Assistant roles in St. Louis
7 more open roles from employers in St. Louis. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Medical Assistant - Surgery Clinic
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Medical Assistant, Electrophysiology Cardiology Clinic
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Medical Assistant, Surgery Clinic
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Medical Assistant - Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Medical Assistant, Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Certified Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health Urgent Care
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Medical Assistant
Shriners Hospitals for Children · St. Louis, MO
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Sisters Health System | 5 | $23.27 |
| OSF Healthcare System | 1 | $22.21 |
Medical Assistant pay in St. Louis, MO
The metro median is 8% above the Missouri statewide median of $18.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 5,040 medical assistants employed in the St. Louis metro area, 3.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.53 | $36,460 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.38 | $38,230 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.50 | $42,630 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.75 | $45,240 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.81 | $47,440 | 7% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 150th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 118th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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.
What your pay buys in St. Louis
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.50 median hour buys what $21.56 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 St. Louis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$738
- Per year: $36,900
- Per month: $3,075
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Louis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $150 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,652 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,476 |
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 St. Louis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Baptist Medical Center Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Louis-John Cochran Va Medical Center St. Louis, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Barnes Jewish Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christian Hospital Northeast Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital South Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in St. Louis city
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include St. Louis city (2 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $20.50/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $20.50/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $19.52/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $19.51/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $18.07/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 144 mi | $18.55/hr | 79,232 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Missouri · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
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.
Other healthcare roles in St. Louis
St. Louis city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in St. Louis, MO?
Medical Assistants in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $20.50 per hour, about $42,630 a year. The middle half earn between $18.38 and $21.75 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 118th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 150th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in St. Louis?
We list 6 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the St. Louis area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near St. Louis.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis 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 St. Louis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include St. Louis city. 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 St. Louis?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Louis is $150 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,652 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in St. Louis?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in St. Louis and across Missouri. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near St. Louis.
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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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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.
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- Medical Assistant - Outpatient Clinics - Multiple Locations!Permanent$16.68–$26.31/ hour
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