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Medical Assistant
Norman Regional Health System · Norman, OK
$15.46–$25.24/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Norman, OK
Medical Assistants in the Norman area earn a median of $18.36 per hour, about $38,190 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.56 and $21.41. That ranks 262nd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 199th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Norman. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Norman.
- $18.36median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $18–$21typical range per hour
- 4,260medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
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Orthopedic Medical Assistant
Norman Regional Health System · Norman, OK
$16.72–$27.30/ hour
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Medical Assistant - Heart & Vascular Associates
Norman Regional Health System · Norman, OK
$15.46–$25.24/ hour
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Norman, OK
The metro median is 2% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $18.07 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 4,260 medical assistants employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 6.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.97 | $33,220 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.56 | $36,520 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.36 | $38,190 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.41 | $44,530 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.70 | $47,220 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Norman ranks
- 262nd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 199th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Oklahoma 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 Norman
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.36 median hour buys what $20.31 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.
Estimate your Norman paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$661
- Per year: $33,048
- Per month: $2,754
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Norman
| 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).
Hospitals in Norman
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Norman, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Regional Norman, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| J D Mccarty Center For Children Norman, OK | Children's | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Behavioral Health Center At Porter Health Village Norman, OK | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Griffin Memorial Hospital Norman, OK | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Cleveland County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Cleveland County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moore, OK | 9 mi | $18.36/hr | 63,845 |
| Midwest City, OK | 15 mi | $18.36/hr | 58,505 |
| Stillwater, OK | 63 mi | $18.07/hr | 50,138 |
| Lawton, OK | 75 mi | $16.35/hr | 90,027 |
| Enid, OK | 86 mi | $17.16/hr | 50,519 |
| Tulsa, OK | 102 mi | $18.71/hr | 415,154 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Oklahoma · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Norman
Norman city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Norman, OK?
Medical Assistants in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $18.36 per hour, about $38,190 a year. The middle half earn between $17.56 and $21.41 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Norman a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 199th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 262nd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Norman?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Norman. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Norman.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Norman as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Norman in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Cleveland 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 Norman?
The federal per diem benchmark in Norman 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.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Norman?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Norman Regional Health SystemNorman, OK · 3 postings$20.35/ hr$15–$27
- 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$15Median$20.35High$27
3 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Oklahoma, 2 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
- Medical AssistantPermanent$15.46–$25.24/ hour
- Orthopedic Medical AssistantPermanent$16.72–$27.30/ hour
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