salary$46,310 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Boise City, ID area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,420per year
Top pay (top 10%)$58,000per year
Jobs in the area2,360people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Boise City?
Expensive. Rent of $1,711 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 Boise City, ID?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Boise City, ID area is $46,310 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $37,420 and $58,000.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Boise City?
Typical rent of $1,711 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 Boise City, ID metro area.