Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $36,100 | $44,846 | -20% |
| Median hourly wage | $17.36 | $21.56 | -20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $40,653.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Alabama is $36,100, or about $17.36 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Alabama is -20% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,300 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $36,100, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.