Medical Assistant salary in Oregon
Medical Assistants in Oregon earn a median of $23.99 per hour, about $49,900 a year, 13% above the U.S. median of $21.25. The middle half earn between $22.35 and $27.83 per hour. The highest median among Oregon metro areas is in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, at $25.02 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $23.99median pay per hour
- $49,900median pay per year
- 11,610medical assistants employed in Oregon
- #3of 50 states by median pay
Medical Assistant pay in Oregon: percentiles
| Level | Oregon per hour | Oregon per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.63 | $40,830 | $16.84 |
| Lower quartile | $22.35 | $46,490 | $18.08 |
| Median | $23.99 | $49,900 | $21.25 |
| Upper quartile | $27.83 | $57,890 | $23.15 |
| Top 10% | $29.38 | $61,110 | $27.80 |
Medical Assistant pay by metro area in Oregon
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Oregon median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $25.02 | $52,040 | 6,360 | 4% above | $23.73 |
| Bend, OR | $24.03 | $49,990 | 780 | in line with | $23.19 |
| Albany, OR | $23.50 | $48,880 | 190 | 2% below | — |
| Salem, OR | $23.42 | $48,720 | 1,080 | 2% below | $22.60 |
| Medford, OR | $23.09 | $48,030 | 830 | 4% below | $22.76 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $22.88 | $47,590 | 1,040 | 5% below | $22.53 |
| Corvallis, OR | $22.84 | $47,510 | 360 | 5% below | $21.96 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $22.65 | $47,120 | 210 | 6% below | $23.17 |
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 Oregon
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Oregon |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $23.10 | $48,050 | 4% below Oregon |
| Idaho | $20.87 | $43,400 | 13% below Oregon |
| Nevada | $20.89 | $43,450 | 13% below Oregon |
| Washington | $26.50 | $55,120 | 10% above Oregon |
What employers are posting in Oregon
- 24roles with published pay
- $29.84median pay per hour
- $24–$34typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Charles Health System | 19 | $29.84 |
| US Oncology Network | 3 | $28.37 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 2 | $26.75 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 24 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Medical Assistant jobs in Oregon · Medical Assistant salary nationwide · Oregon state guide
Common questions
How much does a medical assistant make in Oregon?
The median is $23.99 per hour, about $49,900 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $19.63 and the top 10% earn over $29.38 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Oregon city pays medical assistants the most?
Among Oregon metro areas, Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA has the highest median at $25.02 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Oregon rank for medical assistant pay?
Oregon ranks 3rd 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
- Saint Charles Health SystemBend, OR · 19 postings$29.84/ hr$22–$34
- US Oncology NetworkTigard, OR · 3 postings$28.37/ hr$21–$36
- CommonSpirit HealthROSEBURG, OR · 2 postings$26.75/ hr$22–$32
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24 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Oregon, 23 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 24 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant - Heart & Lung SpecialistPermanent$26.18–$33.51/ hour
- MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Family CarePermanent$26.18–$33.51/ hour
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