salary$49,980 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$41,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,980per year
Jobs in the area1,040people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Eugene?
Expensive. Rent of $1,607 a month takes 38.6% 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 Eugene, OR?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Eugene-Springfield, OR area is $49,980 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $41,600 and $62,980.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Eugene?
Typical rent of $1,607 a month takes 38.6% 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 Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area.