PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Medical Assistant, Women's Health
Mass General Brigham · Portsmouth, NH
$20.48–$24.94/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Medical Assistant jobs in Portsmouth, NH
Pay for medical assistants in the Portsmouth area centers on $23.63 per hour, or about $49,150 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.28 and the upper quarter over $27.90. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Portsmouth. That ranks 20th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 103rd of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Portsmouth.
- $23.63median pay per hour, Boston
- $22–$28typical range per hour
- 12,290medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Medical Assistant roles in Portsmouth
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Medical Assistant, Cardiology
Mass General Brigham · Portsmouth, NH
$20.48–$24.94/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Medical Assistant, Neurology
Mass General Brigham · Portsmouth, NH
$19.80–$24.94/ hour
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Portsmouth, NH
The metro median is 2% above the New Hampshire statewide median of $23.10 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 12,290 medical assistants employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 4.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.88).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.96 | $41,520 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.28 | $46,340 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Median | $23.63 | $49,150 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.90 | $58,030 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.65 | $61,670 | 40% above U.S. median |
How Portsmouth ranks
- 20th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 103rd 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.
What your pay buys in Portsmouth
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.63 median hour buys what $21.83 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Portsmouth paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$851
- Per year: $42,534
- Per month: $3,544
- New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portsmouth
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,540 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,020 |
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 Portsmouth
CMS lists 1 hospital in Portsmouth, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth Regional Hospital Portsmouth, NH | 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.
Primary care shortage areas in Rockingham County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Rockingham County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 25 mi | $23.63/hr | 68,291 |
| Lawrence, MA | 31 mi | $23.63/hr | 89,332 |
| Manchester, NH | 34 mi | $23.31/hr | 116,386 |
| Nashua, NH | 42 mi | $23.31/hr | 91,851 |
Medical Assistant jobs in New Hampshire · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Hampshire
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Hampshire does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Portsmouth city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Portsmouth, NH?
Medical Assistants in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $23.63 per hour, about $49,150 a year. The middle half earn between $22.28 and $27.90 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portsmouth a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 103rd of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 20th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Portsmouth?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Portsmouth. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Portsmouth.
Do I need a New Hampshire license to work in Portsmouth as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Portsmouth in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Rockingham 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 Portsmouth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portsmouth is $146 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Portsmouth?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mass General BrighamDover, NH · 9 postings$22.71/ hr$20–$25
- 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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- Medical Assistant, Primary Prompt CarePermanent$19.80–$24.94/ hour
- Medical Assistant, OrthopedicsPermanent$22.75–$24.94/ hour
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