salary$36,920 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Huntsville, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,210per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,970per year
Jobs in the area1,720people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Huntsville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,364 a month takes 44.3% 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 Huntsville, AL?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Huntsville, AL area is $36,920 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $31,210 and $44,970.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Huntsville?
Typical rent of $1,364 a month takes 44.3% 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 Huntsville, AL metro area.