salary$39,870 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Fayetteville, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$32,130per year
Top pay (top 10%)$45,790per year
Jobs in the area680people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Fayetteville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,530 a month takes 46.0% 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 Fayetteville, NC?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Fayetteville, NC area is $39,870 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $32,130 and $45,790.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Fayetteville?
Typical rent of $1,530 a month takes 46.0% 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 Fayetteville, NC metro area.