salary$39,200 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,180per year
Top pay (top 10%)$47,900per year
Jobs in the area2,570people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Albuquerque?
Expensive. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 42.9% 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 Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Albuquerque, NM area is $39,200 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $36,180 and $47,900.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 42.9% 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 Albuquerque, NM metro area.