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Medical Assistant I, Memory Care at Wilmington
ChristianaCare · Wilmington, DE
$19.48–$28.24/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Medical Assistants in the Philadelphia area earn a median of $22.04 per hour, about $45,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.30 and $22.98. That ranks 83rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 121st of 339 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Philadelphia and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Philadelphia.
- $22.04median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 12,650medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Medical Assistant I, Mobile Health Van in Wilmington
ChristianaCare · Wilmington, DE
$19.48–$28.24/ hour
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Medical Assistant I, Family Medicine Center at Wilmington
ChristianaCare · Wilmington, DE
$19.48–$28.24/ hour
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15 more open roles from employers in Philadelphia. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Medical Assistant- Jefferson Urgent Care- Walnut
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant- OBGYN- Center City
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Certified Medical Assistant - Part Time
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant - Temporary
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Clinical Assistant / Medical Assistant
Holy Redeemer Health System · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant Certified - Ambulatory
Tower Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant- Integrative Medicine
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant- Women's Health
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant - Family and Community Medicine
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant- Klein OBGYN
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Assistant- Gastro
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Philadelphia, PA
The metro median is 7% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $20.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 12,650 medical assistants employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 4.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.81 | $37,040 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.30 | $40,140 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.04 | $45,830 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.98 | $47,800 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.41 | $54,930 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Philadelphia ranks
- 83rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 121st of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Philadelphia
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.04 median hour buys what $21.49 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Philadelphia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$793
- Per year: $39,672
- Per month: $3,306
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Philadelphia
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,932 |
| 13-week assignment | $25,116 |
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 Philadelphia
CMS lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia, 5 of the 11 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Philadelphia Va Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Temple University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Health- Northeast Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nazareth Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Roxborough Memorial Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 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 Philadelphia County
HRSA lists 14 active primary care shortage designations that include Philadelphia County (14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 5 mi | $22.04/hr | 71,749 |
| Trenton, NJ | 25 mi | $22.97/hr | 91,193 |
| Wilmington, DE | 28 mi | $22.04/hr | 73,176 |
| Vineland, NJ | 38 mi | $21.61/hr | 62,070 |
| Allentown, PA | 44 mi | $21.23/hr | 127,138 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 44 mi | $21.23/hr | 79,453 |
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 Philadelphia
Philadelphia city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Philadelphia, PA?
Medical Assistants in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $22.04 per hour, about $45,830 a year. The middle half earn between $19.30 and $22.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Philadelphia a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 121st of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 83rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Philadelphia?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Philadelphia.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 14 active primary care shortage designations that include Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The federal per diem benchmark in Philadelphia is $184 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,932 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Philadelphia?
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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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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.
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- Medical Assistant I, Primary Care at ConcordPermanent$19.48–$28.24/ hour
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