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Medical Assistant jobs in Racine, WI
The median medical assistant pay in the Racine area is $22.80 per hour ($47,420 a year), with the typical range running from $20.05 to $23.64. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Racine and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Racine. The free report below lists employers near Racine and what they pay.
- $22.80median pay per hour, Racine
- $20–$24typical range per hour
- 280medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is in line with the Wisconsin statewide median of $22.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 280 medical assistants employed in the Racine-Mount Pleasant metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.14 | $37,730 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.05 | $41,700 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.80 | $47,420 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.64 | $49,170 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.96 | $56,080 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Racine ranks
- 53rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 34th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 12 Wisconsin 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 Racine
- Overall prices in Racine-Mount Pleasant run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.80 median hour buys what $23.76 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Racine paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$821
- Per year: $41,040
- Per month: $3,420
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Racine-Mount Pleasant metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Racine
| 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 Racine
CMS lists 1 hospital in Racine, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension All Saints Hospital Racine, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Racine County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Racine County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WI | 10 mi | $22.90/hr | 99,578 |
| West Allis, WI | 22 mi | $23.29/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 25 mi | $23.29/hr | 563,531 |
| Waukegan, IL | 25 mi | $22.47/hr | 88,570 |
| Waukesha, WI | 29 mi | $23.29/hr | 71,461 |
| Palatine, IL | 44 mi | $22.47/hr | 65,951 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Wisconsin · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wisconsin taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Racine
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Racine, WI?
Medical Assistants in the Racine-Mount Pleasant metro area have a median pay of $22.80 per hour, about $47,420 a year. The middle half earn between $20.05 and $23.64 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Racine a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Racine-Mount Pleasant ranks 34th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 53rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Racine?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Racine-Mount Pleasant area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Racine.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Racine as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Racine in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Racine 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 Racine?
The federal per diem benchmark in Racine 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 Racine?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Advocate HealthMilwaukee, WI · 21 postings$28.10/ hr$22–$36
- MercyWisconsin · 14 postings$23.48/ hr$18–$29
- 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$18Median$27.32High$34
37 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 35 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 37 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant or LPN - Specialties Float PoolPermanent$21.85–$32.80/ hour
- Full-Time Medical Assistant Medical Group Aurora Union GrovePermanent$21.85–$32.80/ hour
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