salary$35,320 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Laredo, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,060per year
Top pay (top 10%)$43,240per year
Jobs in the area640people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Laredo?
Expensive. Rent of $1,110 a month takes 37.7% 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 Laredo, TX?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Laredo, TX area is $35,320 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $28,060 and $43,240.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Laredo?
Typical rent of $1,110 a month takes 37.7% 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 Laredo, TX metro area.