Medical Billing Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Medical Billing Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Billing Assistant in the United States is $43,526 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,648
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,347 to $46,207
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,453
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Medical Billing Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,207 $3,851 $889 $22
Average $43,526 $3,627 $837 $21
25th Percentile $40,347 $3,362 $776 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Medical Billing Assistant Salaries

A Medical Billing Assistant'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Medical Billing Assistants

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:

  • San Jose: $54,900
  • San Francisco: $54,298
  • Oakland: $53,154

What Skills Can Increase a Medical Billing Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.02% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Billing Software (Mentioned in 2.04% Job Postings): billing software allows you to track the products and services your customers use, generate and send invoices with, and receive payments. They can automate the repetitive tasks your finance team struggles with on a daily basis.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.53% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.02%
Billing Software 2.04%
Microsoft Office 1.53%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Medical Billing Assistant's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$47,444
9%
Leadership
$45,703
5%
Initiative
$45,703
5%
Consulting
$45,703
5%
Accountability
$45,703
5%
Analysis
$45,267
4%
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Medical Billing Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medical Billing Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Medical Billing Assistant positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Medical Billing Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Medical Billing Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$65,289$31.050%
Financial Services$52,231$25.020%

How Education impacts a Medical Billing Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Medical Billing Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Medical Billing Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $42,358 and $44,691).

Medical Billing Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Medical Billing Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 64.3%
Associates 23.1%
Bachelors 10.6%
Masters 0.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Medical Billing Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Billing Assistant'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Medical Billing Assistant

Salaries for a Medical Billing Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $34,909 in 2023 to around $34,619 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Medical Billing Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Medical Billing Assistant Over Time

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2023
$34,909
2024
$34,823
2025
$34,619
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2023 $34,909
2024 $34,823
2025 $34,619
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Most common benefits for Medical Billing Assistant

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  • CFS

    Columbus, OH

    CFS | Columbus, OH

    Job Title: Medical Billing ClerkLocation: Upper Arlington, OH (Fully Onsite)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: $37,440 &OpenCurlyDoubleQuote. $42,000 ... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Safe and Secure Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Safe and Secure Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Job Title:Medical Billing AssociateJob Description:The Medical Billing Associate is responsible for managing the billing process for healthcare services an... more

    6 Days Ago

  • I Am Boundless, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    I Am Boundless, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Summary/Objective. Responsible for accurately processing patient billing, managing insurance claims, and ensuring timely ... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Axis Spine Clinic LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Axis Spine Clinic LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. About Axis Spine Clinic. Axis Spine Clinic is a private neurosurgery practice based out of Gahanna, Ohio. We focus on tre... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Central Ohio Primary Care - Employees

    Columbus, OH

    Central Ohio Primary Care - Employees | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. The Medical Assistant provides both administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient primary care delivery while f... more

    2 Days Ago

  • COMPLETE HEALTHCARE

    Columbus, OH

    COMPLETE HEALTHCARE | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Join COMPLETE HEALTHCARE in Columbus, Ohio, as a Full Time Medical Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in deliver... more

    3 Days Ago

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FAQ about Medical Billing Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Medical Billing Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Medical Billing Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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