Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $42,810 | $44,846 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.58 | $21.56 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $46,131.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Ohio is $42,810, or about $20.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Ohio is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Ohio typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 28,950 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $42,810, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.