PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Assistant, MA
Premise Health · Findlay, OH
$17.60–$22.00/ hour
Medical Assistant jobs in Youngstown, OH
Medical Assistants in the Youngstown area earn a median of $17.83 per hour, about $37,090 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.74 and $20.47. That ranks 302nd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 192nd of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown. The free report below lists employers near Youngstown and what they pay.
- $17.83median pay per hour, Youngstown
- $17–$20typical range per hour
- 830medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Assistant pay in Youngstown, OH
The metro median is 8% below the Ohio statewide median of $19.44 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 830 medical assistants employed in the Youngstown-Warren metro area, 5.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.88 | $28,870 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.74 | $34,820 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.83 | $37,090 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.47 | $42,580 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $20.88 | $43,430 | 2% below U.S. median |
How Youngstown ranks
- 302nd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 192nd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 12th 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 Youngstown
- Overall prices in Youngstown-Warren run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% below the U.S. average (index 53.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.83 median hour buys what $20.40 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$642
- Per year: $32,094
- Per month: $2,674
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Youngstown-Warren metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Youngstown
| Item | Federal 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 Ohio
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Ohio State Wexner Medical Center · Ohio
$16.65–$21.77/ hour
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Medical Assistant
Premise Health · Hamilton, OH
$20.70–$23.00/ hour
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Premise Health · Dayton, OH
$20.00–$25.00/ hour
Hospitals in Youngstown
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Hospital At Southwoods Youngstown, OH | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Mh St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Youngstown, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Generations Behavioral Health-Youngstown Llc Youngstown, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Mahoning County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Mahoning County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OH | 43 mi | $18.26/hr | 69,211 |
| Akron, OH | 46 mi | $18.53/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 48 mi | $18.53/hr | 50,979 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 57 mi | $18.99/hr | 307,668 |
| Parma, OH | 60 mi | $21.50/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 60 mi | $21.50/hr | 365,379 |
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 Youngstown
Youngstown city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Youngstown, OH?
Medical Assistants in the Youngstown-Warren metro area have a median pay of $17.83 per hour, about $37,090 a year. The middle half earn between $16.74 and $20.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Youngstown a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Youngstown-Warren ranks 192nd of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 302nd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Youngstown?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, led by Surgical Hospital At Southwoods. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Youngstown 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 Youngstown in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Mahoning 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 Youngstown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Youngstown 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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- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 21 postings$31.77/ hr$26–$42
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