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Certified Medical Assistant, St. Luke's Physician Group NJ Areas
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
$17.90–$26.85/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Allentown, PA
Pay for medical assistants in the Allentown area centers on $21.23 per hour, or about $44,150 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.46 and the upper quarter over $21.99. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Allentown. That ranks 125th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 134th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Allentown and what they pay.
- $21.23median pay per hour, Allentown
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 1,730medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 5open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Certified Medical Assistant, New Jersey Float Pool SLPG
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
$17.20–$25.80/ hour
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Certified Medical Assistant, Phillipsburg Multispecialty
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
$17.90–$26.85/ hour
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Medical Assistant - Podiatry; Phillipsburg
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
$17.90–$26.85/ hour
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Certified Medical Assistant, Belvidere Family Practice
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Belvidere, NJ
$17.90–$26.85/ hour
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7 more open roles from employers in Allentown. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Allergy Technician - Medical Assistant
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Medical Assistant
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Medical Assistant, Obgyn
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Registered Medical Assistant - Cardiovascular
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Services
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Medical Assistant, Allentown ENT & Allergy
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Care Continuum Partner - Medical Assistant
Lehigh Valley Health Network · Allentown, PA
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Allentown, PA
The metro median is 3% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $20.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 1,730 medical assistants employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 4.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.69 | $36,800 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.46 | $38,400 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.23 | $44,150 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.99 | $45,740 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.07 | $47,990 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Allentown ranks
- 125th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 134th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Allentown
- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.23 median hour buys what $21.24 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Allentown paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$764
- Per year: $38,214
- Per month: $3,184
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Allentown
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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 Allentown
CMS lists 1 hospital in Allentown, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Hospital Allentown, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 Lehigh County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lehigh County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem, PA | 6 mi | $21.23/hr | 79,453 |
| Reading, PA | 29 mi | $21.49/hr | 96,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $22.04/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Trenton, NJ | 45 mi | $22.97/hr | 91,193 |
| Camden, NJ | 49 mi | $22.04/hr | 71,749 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 55 mi | $22.55/hr | 57,487 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Pennsylvania · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Pennsylvania taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Allentown
Allentown city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Allentown, PA?
Medical Assistants in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $21.23 per hour, about $44,150 a year. The middle half earn between $18.46 and $21.99 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Allentown a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 134th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 125th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Allentown?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Allentown.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Allentown as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Allentown in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lehigh 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 Allentown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Allentown is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 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
- ChristianaCareWest Grove, PA · 2 postings$23.86/ hr$19–$28
- GoHealth Urgent CareBloomfield, PA · 4 postings$21.97/ hr$19–$25
- 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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Low$19Median$21.97High$28
6 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Pennsylvania, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant I, Primary Care at ConcordPermanent$19.48–$28.24/ hour
- Medical Assistant I, Primary Care at West GrovePermanent$19.48–$28.24/ hour
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