salary$43,180 a year$21 an hour · median pay in the Ann Arbor, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,210per year
Top pay (top 10%)$49,860per year
Jobs in the area2,440people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Ann Arbor?
Expensive. Rent of $1,936 a month takes 53.8% 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 Ann Arbor, MI?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Ann Arbor, MI area is $43,180 a year ($21 an hour). Most earn between $37,210 and $49,860.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Ann Arbor?
Typical rent of $1,936 a month takes 53.8% 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 Ann Arbor, MI metro area.