salary$44,870 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,540per year
Top pay (top 10%)$50,060per year
Jobs in the area1,390people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Albany?
Expensive. Rent of $1,656 a month takes 44.3% of the median medical assistant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make in Albany, NY?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area is $44,870 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $37,540 and $50,060.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Albany?
Typical rent of $1,656 a month takes 44.3% of the median medical assistant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area.