PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Assistant
Fresenius Medical Care · St George, UT
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Medical Assistant jobs in St. George, UT
Pay for medical assistants in the St. George area centers on $18.32 per hour, or about $38,100 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.58 and the upper quarter over $21.65. That ranks 266th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 315th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in St. George. The free report below lists employers near St. George and what they pay.
- $18.32median pay per hour, St. George
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 750medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Medical Assistant pay in St. George, UT
The metro median is 11% below the Utah statewide median of $20.69 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 750 medical assistants employed in the St. George metro area, 8.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.69).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.76 | $34,860 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.58 | $36,570 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.32 | $38,100 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.65 | $45,030 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.87 | $49,650 | 12% above U.S. median |
How St. George ranks
- 266th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 315th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 5 Utah 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in St. George
- Overall prices in St. George run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.32 median hour buys what $18.82 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 St. George paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$660
- Per year: $32,976
- Per month: $2,748
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. George metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. George
| 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 Utah
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PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant
CommonSpirit Health · West Valley City, UT
$18.51–$26.15/ hour
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Hospitals in St. George
CMS lists 1 hospital in St. George, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Regional Hospital St George, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 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 Washington County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Washington County (1 population-group, 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Las Vegas, NV | 100 mi | $19.51/hr | 294,034 |
| Henderson, NV | 109 mi | $19.51/hr | 350,039 |
| Las Vegas, NV | 110 mi | $19.51/hr | 678,922 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 170 mi | $21.35/hr | 77,539 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 183 mi | $20.14/hr | 59,037 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 185 mi | $21.70/hr | 51,440 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Utah · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in St. George
St. George city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in St. George, UT?
Medical Assistants in the St. George metro area have a median pay of $18.32 per hour, about $38,100 a year. The middle half earn between $17.58 and $21.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. George a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
St. George ranks 315th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 266th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in St. George?
CMS lists 1 hospital in St. George, led by St. George Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in St. George as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is St. George in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Washington 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 St. George?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. George 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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- Lux Cc, LLCTaylorsville, UT · 1 wage offer$17.62/ hr$18–$18
- 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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