salary$46,480 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,770per year
Top pay (top 10%)$58,290per year
Jobs in the area510people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Cedar Rapids?
Expensive. Rent of $1,168 a month takes 30.2% 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 Cedar Rapids, IA?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Cedar Rapids, IA area is $46,480 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $37,770 and $58,290.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Cedar Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,168 a month takes 30.2% 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 Cedar Rapids, IA metro area.