salary$39,100 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Gainesville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,390per year
Top pay (top 10%)$47,160per year
Jobs in the area840people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Gainesville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,510 a month takes 46.3% 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 Gainesville, FL?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Gainesville, FL area is $39,100 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $35,390 and $47,160.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Gainesville?
Typical rent of $1,510 a month takes 46.3% 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 Gainesville, FL metro area.