Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,400 | $44,846 | +8% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.27 | $21.56 | +8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $46,945.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Colorado is $48,400, or about $23.27 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Colorado is +8% above the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,160 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $48,400, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.