What are the main factors that influence a Medical Assistant - Certified's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Medical Assistant - Certified's salary?

A Medical Assistant - Certified's salary grows with experience: starting around $46,107 for beginners, reaching about $47,549 at mid-level, and approach $47,871 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Assistant - Certified?

Medical Assistant - Certified salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Assistant - Certified roles are District of Columbia $50,792, California $50,599, Massachusetts $49,925. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Assistant - Certified roles make?

Salaries for Medical Assistant - Certified level roles vary by specialization: Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty: $120,100; Nationally Certified Medical Assistant: $46,826; Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant: $46,533; National Certified Medical Assistant: $46,275; Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: $46,171.

Medical Assistant - Certified Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Assistant - Certified make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Assistant - Certified in Delaware is $46,457 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Medical Assistant - Certified's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,685
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,770 to $50,764
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,503

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Medical Assistant - Certified Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,764	$4,230	$976	$24
Average	$46,457	$3,871	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$41,770	$3,481	$803	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Assistant - Certified Salaries

A Medical Assistant - Certified's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Medical Assistant - Certified Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Assistant - Certified's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $46,107
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,585
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,549
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,742
Expert (over 8 years): $47,871

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Medical Assistant - Certified	$46,107
Intermediate Level Medical Assistant - Certified	$46,585
Senior Level Medical Assistant - Certified	$47,549
Specialist Level Medical Assistant - Certified	$47,742
Expert Level Medical Assistant - Certified	$47,871

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How Do Medical Assistant - Certified Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Medical Assistant - Certifieds. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,792.
California: $50,599.
Massachusetts: $49,925.

District of Columbia $50,792 California $50,599 Massachusetts $49,925 Washington $49,741 New Jersey $49,723 Alaska $49,659 Connecticut $49,026 New York $48,769

Hawaii $47,948 Rhode Island $47,562 Maryland $47,301 Minnesota $46,943 Colorado $46,805 Illinois $46,759 Oregon $46,585 Delaware $46,457

New Hampshire $46,376 Virginia $46,195 Pennsylvania $45,668 Nevada $45,401 North Dakota $45,314 Michigan $45,177 Wisconsin $45,126 Vermont $45,025

Texas $44,745 Maine $44,727 Arizona $44,700 Ohio $44,668 Georgia $44,245 Indiana $44,034 Wyoming $43,993 Utah $43,929

Iowa $43,901 Kansas $43,681 Louisiana $43,617 North Carolina $43,594 Missouri $43,585 Florida $43,406 Montana $43,310 Nebraska $43,218

Kentucky $43,167 South Carolina $42,984 Tennessee $42,869 Idaho $42,823 New Mexico $42,488 Oklahoma $42,415 Alabama $42,144 South Dakota $41,690

Arkansas $41,443 West Virginia $41,310 Mississippi $40,910

Top Paying Cities for Medical Assistant - Certifieds

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $48,081
Little Creek: $47,636
Magnolia: $47,833

Lincoln, DE $48,081 Little Creek, DE $47,636 Magnolia, DE $47,833 Milford, DE $48,081 Marydel, DE $47,457 Millsboro, DE $48,081 Millville, DE $48,402 Milton, DE $48,081

Nassau, DE $48,081 Ocean View, DE $48,402 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,402 Seaford, DE $47,576 Selbyville, DE $48,402 Smyrna, DE $47,402 Viola, DE $47,833 Woodside, DE $47,695

Bear, DE $47,053 Newark, DE $47,071 Claymont, DE $47,108 Delaware City, DE $47,071 Hockessin, DE $47,108 Kirkwood, DE $47,071 Middletown, DE $47,305 Montchanin, DE $47,108

New Castle, DE $47,108 Odessa, DE $47,369 Port Penn, DE $46,943 Rockland, DE $47,108 Saint Georges, DE $47,071 Townsend, DE $47,301 Winterthur, DE $47,108 Lewes, DE $48,081

Wilmington, DE $47,108 Dover, DE $47,613 Dover Afb, DE $47,723 Bethany Beach, DE $48,402 Bethel, DE $47,576 Bridgeville, DE $48,081 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,663 Cheswold, DE $47,503

Clayton, DE $47,383 Dagsboro, DE $48,402 Delmar, DE $47,576 Ellendale, DE $48,081 Felton, DE $48,081 Fenwick Island, DE $48,402 Frankford, DE $48,402 Frederica, DE $48,081

Georgetown, DE $48,081 Greenwood, DE $48,081 Harbeson, DE $48,081 Harrington, DE $48,081 Hartly, DE $47,360 Houston, DE $48,081 Kenton, DE $47,383 Laurel, DE $47,576

Yorklyn, DE $47,108

Medical Assistant - Certified Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Assistant - Certified's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$41,770

Average $46,457/year

$50,764

$3,481

Average $3,871/month

$4,230

$803

Average $893/week

$976

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,764	$4,230	$976	$24
Average	$46,457	$3,871	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$41,770	$3,481	$803	$20

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