Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $45,940 | $44,846 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.09 | $21.56 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $45,621.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Arizona is $45,940, or about $22.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Arizona is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Arizona typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 21,460 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $45,940, Arizona offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.