Clinical Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Clinical Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Assistant in the United States is $45,045 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,648
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,123 to $49,025
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,643
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Clinical Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $49,025 $4,085 $943 $24
Average $45,045 $3,754 $866 $22
25th Percentile $40,123 $3,344 $772 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Assistant Salaries

A Clinical 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.

How Experience Level Affects Clinical Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical 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): $45,045
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,512
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,453
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,641
  • Expert (over 8 years): $46,767
Levels Salary
Entry Level Clinical Assistant$45,045
Intermediate Level Clinical Assistant$45,512
Senior Level Clinical Assistant$46,453
Specialist Level Clinical Assistant$46,641
Expert Level Clinical Assistant$46,767
$45,045 0 yr
$45,512 < 2 yrs
$46,453 2-4 yrs
$46,641 5-8 yrs
$46,767 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Clinical 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: $56,815
  • San Francisco: $56,193
  • Oakland: $55,009

What Skills Can Increase a Clinical Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.6% 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.
  • Patient Flow (Mentioned in 2.7% Job Postings): Patient flow is defined as the movement of patients, information or equipment between departments, staff groups or organisations as part of a patients care pathway.
  • Basic Life Support (Mentioned in 2.51% Job Postings): BLS is a level of medical care which is used for patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can be given full medical care by advanced life support providers. It can be provided by trained medical personnel.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.6%
Patient Flow 2.7%
Basic Life Support 2.51%
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 Clinical Assistant's salary.
  • Listening: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Organizational Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Listening
$47,297
5%
Organizational Skills
$46,847
4%
Commitment
$46,396
3%
Data Entry
$45,946
2%
Time Management
$45,946
2%
Accountability
$45,946
2%
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Clinical Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical 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, Clinical Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Clinical Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Clinical Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$54,054$26.020%

How Education impacts a Clinical Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Clinical 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 Clinical Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $40,023 and $42,298).

Clinical Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Clinical Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 62.3%
Associates 31.4%
Bachelors 5.0%
Masters 0.4%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Clinical Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical 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 Clinical Assistant

Salaries for a Clinical Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $63,401 in 2023 to around $62,941 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Clinical Assistant salary trends, .

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2024
$63,805
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2024 $63,805
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  • Nationwide Childrens Hospital

    Columbus, OH

    Nationwide Childrens Hospital | Columbus, OH

    Clinical Study Manager. Manages elements of a clinical study in order to meet all protocol obligations while following ICH/GCP guidelines. and departmental... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Ohio Dominican University

    Columbus, OH

    Ohio Dominican University | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Reporting to the Anesthesiologist Assistant Program Director, the Assistant Clinical Professor Faculty member (a 12 month... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH

    Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

    Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The College of Dentistry at the Ohio State University seeks applications for a fu... more

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  • Fresenius Medical Care

    Columbus, OH

    Fresenius Medical Care | Columbus, OH

    PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including followi... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Ohiohealth

    Columbus, OH

    Ohiohealth | Columbus, OH

    We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Nex Level Behavioral Health &amp; Addiction Services, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Nex Level Behavioral Health &amp; Addiction Services, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. Competitive salary. Opportunity for advancement. Wellness resources. Are you a visionary leader with a passion ... more

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FAQ about Clinical Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Clinical Assistant?

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

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