Medical Assistant salary in New Jersey
Medical Assistants in New Jersey earn a median of $22.25 per hour, about $46,280 a year, 5% above the U.S. median of $21.25. The middle half earn between $18.66 and $23.61 per hour. The highest median among New Jersey metro areas is in Trenton-Princeton, NJ, at $22.97 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $22.25median pay per hour
- $46,280median pay per year
- 22,530medical assistants employed in New Jersey
- #13of 50 states by median pay
Medical Assistant pay in New Jersey: percentiles
| Level | New Jersey per hour | New Jersey per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.90 | $35,150 | $16.84 |
| Lower quartile | $18.66 | $38,810 | $18.08 |
| Median | $22.25 | $46,280 | $21.25 |
| Upper quartile | $23.61 | $49,110 | $23.15 |
| Top 10% | $27.63 | $57,470 | $27.80 |
Medical Assistant pay by metro area in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs New Jersey median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $22.97 | $47,780 | 910 | 3% above | $22.26 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $21.95 | $45,660 | 720 | 1% below | — |
| Vineland, NJ | $21.61 | $44,940 | 310 | 3% below | $22.52 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Medical Assistant pay in states next to New Jersey
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $20.11 | $41,830 | 10% below New Jersey |
| New York | $22.14 | $46,040 | in line with New Jersey |
| Pennsylvania | $20.58 | $42,810 | 8% below New Jersey |
What employers are posting in New Jersey
- 18roles with published pay
- $22.27median pay per hour
- $18–$27typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Health | 9 | $22.17 |
| Saint Lukes University Health Network | 5 | $22.38 |
| One Medical | 2 | $25.88 |
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 1 | $21.43 |
| Capital Health System | 1 | $20.90 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 18 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a medical assistant make in New Jersey?
The median is $22.25 per hour, about $46,280 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $16.90 and the top 10% earn over $27.63 (BLS, May 2024).
Which New Jersey city pays medical assistants the most?
Among New Jersey metro areas, Trenton-Princeton, NJ has the highest median at $22.97 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does New Jersey rank for medical assistant pay?
New Jersey ranks 13th of 50 states by median medical assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- One MedicalEnglewood, NJ · 2 postings$25.88/ hr$24–$28
- Saint Lukes University Health NetworkPhillipsburg, NJ · 5 postings$22.38/ hr$17–$27
- Jefferson HealthNew Jersey · 9 postings$22.17/ hr$18–$28
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- Certified Medical Assistant, St. Luke's Physician Group NJ AreasPermanent$17.90–$26.85/ hour
- Medical AssistantPermanent$18.29–$26.06/ hour
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