salary$36,050 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Columbus, GA-AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$30,210per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,750per year
Jobs in the area900people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Columbus?
Expensive. Rent of $1,314 a month takes 43.7% 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 Columbus, GA?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Columbus, GA-AL area is $36,050 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $30,210 and $44,750.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Columbus?
Typical rent of $1,314 a month takes 43.7% 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 Columbus, GA-AL metro area.