salary$46,500 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,660per year
Jobs in the area3,310people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Fresno?
Expensive. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 46.2% 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 Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Fresno, CA area is $46,500 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $37,300 and $70,660.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 46.2% 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 Fresno, CA metro area.