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Medical Assistant
Premise Health · Hamilton, OH
$20.70–$23.00/ hour
Medical Assistant jobs in Cincinnati, OH
Medical Assistants in the Cincinnati area earn a median of $20.90 per hour, about $43,480 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.23 and $22.34. That ranks 138th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 100th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Cincinnati and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Cincinnati.
- $20.90median pay per hour, Cincinnati
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 4,750medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Medical Assistant, The Freeman Center, Full Time, First Shift
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant - Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics - Full-Time
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant- Finneytown Pediatrics
TriHealth · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant or LPN- Medical Specialties
TriHealth · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant, Hematology Oncology, Full Time, First Shift
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant - Women's Health - Clifton
TriHealth · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant - School Based Health - South Avondale/Rockdale Academy
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant, University Health Services, Full Time, First
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant - Eastgate Clinics - Full-Time
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant, Radiation Oncology, First Shift, Full Time
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Blue Ash Family Medicine
Bon Secours Mercy Health · Cincinnati, OH
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Medical Assistant Non-Cert - The TriHealth Cancer & Blood Institute AWSP
TriHealth · Cincinnati, OH
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Cincinnati, OH
The metro median is 8% above the Ohio statewide median of $19.44 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 4,750 medical assistants employed in the Cincinnati 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% | $17.18 | $35,730 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.23 | $37,920 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.90 | $43,480 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.34 | $46,470 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.37 | $48,610 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Cincinnati ranks
- 138th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 100th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 12 Ohio 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 Cincinnati
- Overall prices in Cincinnati run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.90 median hour buys what $21.91 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 Cincinnati paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$752
- Per year: $37,620
- Per month: $3,135
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cincinnati metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cincinnati
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $163 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,743 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,659 |
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 Cincinnati
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Cincinnati, 6 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Va Medical Center Cincinnati, OH | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health - West Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bethesda North Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Llc Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Cincinnati, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Assurance Health Cincinnati Llc Cincinnati, OH | Psychiatric | 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 Hamilton County
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Hamilton County (6 population-group, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton, OH | 18 mi | $20.90/hr | 63,953 |
| Middletown, OH | 26 mi | $20.90/hr | 52,291 |
| Kettering, OH | 43 mi | $19.14/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 47 mi | $19.14/hr | 136,346 |
| Springfield, OH | 66 mi | $18.39/hr | 58,138 |
| Columbus, IN | 76 mi | $17.87/hr | 51,970 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Ohio · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Cincinnati
Cincinnati city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Cincinnati, OH?
Medical Assistants in the Cincinnati metro area have a median pay of $20.90 per hour, about $43,480 a year. The middle half earn between $18.23 and $22.34 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cincinnati a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Cincinnati ranks 100th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 138th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Cincinnati?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Cincinnati area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Cincinnati.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Cincinnati as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Cincinnati in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Hamilton 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 Cincinnati?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cincinnati is $163 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,743 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
- Premise HealthFindlay, OH · 3 postings$21.85/ hr$18–$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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