What are the main factors that influence a Medication Assistant's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Medication Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Medication Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medication Assistant's salary?

A Medication Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $46,189 for beginners, reaching about $47,633 at mid-level, and approach $47,954 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Medication Assistant?

Medication Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medication Assistant roles are District of Columbia $49,733, California $49,544, Massachusetts $48,884. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medication Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Medication Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Trained Medication Assistant: $122,119; Medication Manager: $111,276; Medication Nurse: $71,426; Medication Nursing Assistant: $56,636; Medication Coordinator: $43,612.

Medication Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medication Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medication Assistant in Delaware is $45,488 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,518
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,442 to $49,691
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,847

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Medication Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,691	$4,141	$956	$24
Average	$45,488	$3,791	$875	$22
25th Percentile	$40,442	$3,370	$778	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Medication Assistant Salaries

A Medication 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Medication Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medication Assistant'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): $46,189
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,668
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,633
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,826
Expert (over 8 years): $47,954

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Medication Assistant	$46,189
Intermediate Level Medication Assistant	$46,668
Senior Level Medication Assistant	$47,633
Specialist Level Medication Assistant	$47,826
Expert Level Medication Assistant	$47,954

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How Do Medication Assistant 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 Medication Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,733.
California: $49,544.
Massachusetts: $48,884.

District of Columbia $49,733 California $49,544 Massachusetts $48,884 Washington $48,704 New Jersey $48,686 Alaska $48,623 Connecticut $48,003 New York $47,752

Hawaii $46,948 Rhode Island $46,570 Maryland $46,314 Minnesota $45,964 Colorado $45,829 Illinois $45,784 Oregon $45,614 Delaware $45,488

New Hampshire $45,409 Virginia $45,232 Pennsylvania $44,715 Nevada $44,455 North Dakota $44,370 Michigan $44,235 Wisconsin $44,185 Vermont $44,087

Texas $43,813 Maine $43,795 Arizona $43,768 Ohio $43,736 Georgia $43,323 Indiana $43,116 Wyoming $43,076 Utah $43,013

Iowa $42,986 Kansas $42,770 Louisiana $42,708 North Carolina $42,685 Missouri $42,676 Florida $42,501 Montana $42,407 Nebraska $42,317

Kentucky $42,267 South Carolina $42,088 Tennessee $41,975 Idaho $41,930 New Mexico $41,603 Oklahoma $41,531 Alabama $41,266 South Dakota $40,821

Arkansas $40,578 West Virginia $40,448 Mississippi $40,057

Top Paying Cities for Medication 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:

Lincoln: $45,283
Little Creek: $45,615
Magnolia: $45,549

Lincoln, DE $45,283 Little Creek, DE $45,615 Magnolia, DE $45,549 Milford, DE $45,398 Marydel, DE $45,473 Millsboro, DE $45,093 Millville, DE $45,163 Milton, DE $45,241

Nassau, DE $45,274 Ocean View, DE $45,155 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,242 Seaford, DE $45,267 Selbyville, DE $45,080 Smyrna, DE $45,646 Viola, DE $45,436 Woodside, DE $45,558

Bear, DE $45,453 Newark, DE $45,436 Claymont, DE $45,529 Delaware City, DE $45,481 Hockessin, DE $45,432 Kirkwood, DE $45,473 Middletown, DE $45,490 Montchanin, DE $45,442

New Castle, DE $45,449 Odessa, DE $45,513 Port Penn, DE $45,543 Rockland, DE $45,447 Saint Georges, DE $45,476 Townsend, DE $45,546 Winterthur, DE $45,452 Lewes, DE $45,258

Wilmington, DE $45,434 Dover, DE $45,615 Dover Afb, DE $45,374 Bethany Beach, DE $45,108 Bethel, DE $45,154 Bridgeville, DE $45,261 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,486 Cheswold, DE $45,600

Clayton, DE $45,601 Dagsboro, DE $45,076 Delmar, DE $45,004 Ellendale, DE $45,140 Felton, DE $45,395 Fenwick Island, DE $45,086 Frankford, DE $45,007 Frederica, DE $45,439

Georgetown, DE $45,059 Greenwood, DE $45,268 Harbeson, DE $45,107 Harrington, DE $45,337 Hartly, DE $45,478 Houston, DE $45,272 Kenton, DE $45,603 Laurel, DE $45,032

Yorklyn, DE $45,445

Medication Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medication Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Medication Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Medication Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Medication Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$54,586	$26.0	20%

Medication Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medication 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

$40,442

Average $45,488/year

$49,691

$3,370

Average $3,791/month

$4,141

$778

Average $875/week

$956

$19

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,691	$4,141	$956	$24
Average	$45,488	$3,791	$875	$22
25th Percentile	$40,442	$3,370	$778	$19

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