Medical Assistant salary in Virginia
Medical Assistants in Virginia earn a median of $20.34 per hour, about $42,310 a year, 4% below the U.S. median of $21.25. The middle half earn between $17.97 and $22.15 per hour. The highest median among Virginia metro areas is in Winchester, VA-WV, at $19.58 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $20.34median pay per hour
- $42,310median pay per year
- 15,990medical assistants employed in Virginia
- #29of 50 states by median pay
Medical Assistant pay in Virginia: percentiles
| Level | Virginia per hour | Virginia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.85 | $35,050 | $16.84 |
| Lower quartile | $17.97 | $37,380 | $18.08 |
| Median | $20.34 | $42,310 | $21.25 |
| Upper quartile | $22.15 | $46,070 | $23.15 |
| Top 10% | $23.32 | $48,510 | $27.80 |
Medical Assistant pay by metro area in Virginia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Virginia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester, VA-WV | $19.58 | $40,730 | 380 | 4% below | $20.30 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $19.07 | $39,660 | 340 | 6% below | — |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA | $19.07 | $39,660 | 170 | 6% below | $20.93 |
| Richmond, VA | $19.02 | $39,550 | 2,740 | 6% below | $19.44 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $18.71 | $38,920 | 3,460 | 8% below | $19.10 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | $18.46 | $38,400 | 210 | 9% below | $19.91 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $18.33 | $38,130 | 320 | 10% below | $19.32 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $18.12 | $37,700 | 500 | 11% below | $20.28 |
| Roanoke, VA | $17.79 | $37,010 | 580 | 13% below | $19.00 |
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 Virginia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $23.91 | $49,740 | 18% above Virginia |
| Kentucky | $18.63 | $38,750 | 8% below Virginia |
| Maryland | $21.67 | $45,060 | 7% above Virginia |
| North Carolina | $20.48 | $42,600 | 1% above Virginia |
| Tennessee | $18.34 | $38,150 | 10% below Virginia |
| West Virginia | $17.24 | $35,860 | 15% below Virginia |
What employers are posting in Virginia
- 110roles with published pay
- $24median pay per hour
- $19–$32typical published range
- 11employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Sentara Healthcare | 37 | $26.91 |
| VCU Health System | 18 | $23.76 |
| Carilion Clinic | 14 | $22.44 |
| Mary Washington Healthcare | 12 | $25.09 |
| Valley Health | 12 | $22.27 |
| GoHealth Urgent Care | 5 | $24 |
| Riverside Health System | 4 | $21.75 |
| US Oncology Network | 4 | $25.77 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 110 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 Virginia · Medical Assistant salary nationwide · Virginia state guide
Common questions
How much does a medical assistant make in Virginia?
The median is $20.34 per hour, about $42,310 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $16.85 and the top 10% earn over $23.32 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Virginia city pays medical assistants the most?
Among Virginia metro areas, Winchester, VA-WV has the highest median at $19.58 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Virginia rank for medical assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 29th 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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- Sentara HealthcareVirginia Beach, VA · 37 postings$26.91/ hr$20–$38
- US Oncology NetworkSalem, VA · 4 postings$25.77/ hr$14–$35
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 12 postings$25.09/ hr$21–$45
- GoHealth Urgent CareBull Run Plaza, VA · 5 postings$24.00/ hr$20–$28
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- Certified Medical Assistant CoordinatorPermanent$25.92–$37.60/ hour
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA), Family/Occupational Medicine-Full Time DaysPermanent$25.42–$35.59/ hour
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