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CommonSpirit Health · Bryan, TX
$16.06–$22.69/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in McAllen, TX
Pay for medical assistants in the McAllen area centers on $15.32 per hour, or about $31,870 a year. The lower quarter earns under $13.98 and the upper quarter over $17.80. That ranks 373rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 338th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in McAllen. The free report below lists employers near McAllen and what they pay.
- $15.32median pay per hour, McAllen
- $14–$18typical range per hour
- 2,710medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Assistant pay in McAllen, TX
The metro median is 18% below the Texas statewide median of $18.71 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 2,710 medical assistants employed in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, 9.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $11.98 | $24,920 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $13.98 | $29,080 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $15.32 | $31,870 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $17.80 | $37,020 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $19.01 | $39,540 | 11% below U.S. median |
How McAllen ranks
- 373rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 338th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 24th of 24 Texas 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 McAllen
- Overall prices in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $15.32 median hour buys what $17.84 buys at the national price level, 16% 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$552
- Per year: $27,576
- Per month: $2,298
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in McAllen
| 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 Texas
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CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$17.28–$24.41/ hour
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CommonSpirit Health · Bryan, TX
$16.06–$22.69/ hour
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Hospitals in McAllen
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital Mcallen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 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 Hidalgo County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Hidalgo County (6 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission, TX | 5 mi | $15.32/hr | 88,574 |
| Pharr, TX | 5 mi | $15.32/hr | 81,142 |
| Harlingen, TX | 34 mi | $16.62/hr | 72,234 |
| Brownsville, TX | 52 mi | $16.62/hr | 191,967 |
| Laredo, TX | 120 mi | $17.09/hr | 261,260 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 125 mi | $17.91/hr | 317,317 |
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License and tax basics in Texas
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in McAllen
McAllen city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in McAllen, TX?
Medical Assistants in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area have a median pay of $15.32 per hour, about $31,870 a year. The middle half earn between $13.98 and $17.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is McAllen a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission ranks 338th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 373rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in McAllen?
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, led by Rio Grande Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in McAllen as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is McAllen in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Hidalgo 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 McAllen?
The federal per diem benchmark in McAllen 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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Your Medical Assistant pay reportMcAllen, TX · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthBRYAN, TX · 8 postings$21.11/ hr$16–$25
- Semihan Chiropractic Clinic, Inc.Lewisville, TX · 1 wage offer$18.70/ hr$19–$19
- Celebrity Spine & Joint, LLCHouston, TX · 1 wage offer$17.09/ hr$17–$17
- Awesome CareRichardson, TX · 1 wage offer$15.82/ hr$16–$16
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$16Median$21.11High$25
8 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Texas, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 8 Medical Assistant roles
- Certified Medical AssistantPermanent$16.06–$22.69/ hour
- Certified Medical AssistantPermanent$17.71–$25.02/ hour
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