Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $40,440 | $44,846 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $19.44 | $21.56 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $44,537.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Missouri is $40,440, or about $19.44 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Missouri is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Missouri typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,050 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $40,440, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.