Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $43,920 | $44,846 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.12 | $21.56 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $45,000.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Pennsylvania is $43,920, or about $21.12 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Pennsylvania is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Pennsylvania typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 23,050 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $43,920, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.