Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,290 | $44,846 | +32% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.50 | $21.56 | +32% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,411.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Washington is $59,290, or about $28.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Washington is +32% above the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 19,500 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $59,290, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.